UKRI NERC Independent Research Fellowship Program
Through an Independent Research Fellowship (IRF), NERC Invests in researchers seeking to conduct their own environmental research within an eligible host organization. Applicants must show that, if awarded an IRF, they will be working independently of senior colleagues with whom they might have previously collaborated or for whom they might be working currently in a supporting role.
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Application Requirements
be an early career researcher
hold a Ph.D. qualification or expect to submit your thesis before the fellowship interview.
You are not eligible to apply if you hold a tenured academic post or academic position at the lecturer level.
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Required Documents
Documents showing research achievements. Research proposal. Ph.D. thesis. Supporting letter from the host institution.
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Funding Specifications
Total fund of £7,400,000
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Application Steps
Go to UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) (https://je-s.rcuk.ac.uk/JeS2WebLoginSite/Login.aspx) to apply.
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fellowships@nerc.ukri.org