HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Who Can Apply?
Interested applicants should meet the requirements below:
- Firstly, students should have been awarded their Ph.D. or equivalent such as postgraduate MD/DM for clinical applicants. This should be before the closing date for registering interest in the scheme.
- Secondly, applicants should be at the early stage of their career as researchers. Thus, candidates should not have more than eight years of post-doctoral experience. Nonetheless, there are no eligibility rules based on years of post-doctoral experience as this doesn’t allow for variations of career paths across disciplines. Moreover, students will be assessed on based their quality, potential, trajectory, and track record, relative to their career stage.
- Thirdly, applicants for the Anne McLaren Fellowships should be pursuing a career in a STEM subject. Female researchers are typically under-represented in STEM subjects. For this reason, female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
- On the other hand, applicants for the Nottingham Research Fellowships can be from any academic discipline across the university.
Important Notice:
Interested applicants should take note of the following:
- Firstly, applicants should outstanding track record of research for their career stage and discipline, including high-quality publications, research funding, and/or prizes and awards
- Secondly, there should be evidence of a growing reputation, both nationally and internationally
- Thirdly, candidates should an aptitude to lead and inspire others within the research team and institution more broadly
- Applicants should have the potential to act as ambassadors in their research field and more widely
- Moreso, Part-time appointments will be considered on a pro-rata basis.
However, aspirants are not normally expected to have a permanent position, as they may be considered to have achieved the aims of the scheme already. Explore our FAQs for further information.
Moreover, the scheme is open to external (including international) and internal candidates. The University of Nottingham will act as a sponsor for any candidate who does not have the right to work in the UK.
How to Apply?
Interested applicants should follow the steps below carefully:
- Applicants should identify their host school or faculty from the list below
- Secondly, candidates should contact the identified school contact to discuss their research proposal. See the list below for details
- Thirdly, applicants should ensure their proposed research aligns with identified strategic priority areas for their host school/department
- Lastly, interested applicants should click on the desired program to begin their application. See the list below and make sure they upload their CV and research proposals.
Programs Available Under The University of Nottingham Scholarships
Interested applicants will be eligible to study in any of the following areas:
CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATION
The closing date for submission of online applications is October 6, 2022.
Most importantly, applicants should register interest using their chosen school/faculty online form else they will not be considered for the scheme.
