Independent research fellowships
Open to early career researchers with a PhD who want to conduct their own environmental research within an eligible host organisation.
Strong applicants will demonstrate convincing evidence of working towards this goal and a high potential to become independent research leaders in the future.
Application dates for independent research fellowships
There is one funding opportunity per year. The next independent research fellowship funding opportunity will open on 9 January 2025 and close on 3 April 2025.
Applicants that require NERC British Antarctic Survey (BAS) support, must complete a pre-award operational support planning questionnaire (OSPQ) on the BAS website and email the Antarctic Access Office (email: afibas@bas.ac.uk) stating their:
- name
- institution
- project title
The deadline for pre-award OSPQs to be submitted is 3 January 2025.
Sift panels will be held in July 2025, after which, successful applicants will be invited for interview in September 2025.
More about independent research fellowships
Find eligibility criteria, how to apply and details of closed, open and upcoming opportunities on the NERC fellowships funding pages.
Knowledge exchange fellowships
Fellowship scheme for NERC-funded researchers to enable the sharing of knowledge with stakeholders, partners and user communities.
Awards are available for up to three years.
Propose your own programme of work in any area across the NERC remit.
Application dates for knowledge exchange fellowships
The knowledge exchange funding opportunity scheduled for 2024 has been delayed and is paused until further notice.
More about knowledge exchange fellowships
Find eligibility criteria, how to apply and details of closed, open and upcoming opportunities on the NERC fellowships funding pages.
Last updated: 21 January 2025