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UKRI Early Career Development Fellowships 2026 in UK

Posted July 20, 2026

About this opportunity

Opportunity Overview

The Medical Research Council is funding the UKRI Early Career Development Fellowships 2026, a career development fellowship that supports outstanding postdoctoral researchers who are ready to establish their own independent research careers at eligible UK research institutions. The fellowship provides funding for up to five years, covering salary, research expenses, equipment, travel, and career development. Researchers from all nationalities are encouraged to apply. The fellowship is intended for postdoctoral researchers pursuing independent research careers, and research proposals must fall within the Medical Research Council's remit and contribute to improving human health. The fellowship is open to applicants from all countries, and international researchers currently living outside the UK are eligible to apply. The Medical Research Council's remit includes eligible fields such as Infections and Immunity, Molecular and Cellular Medicine, Neuroscience, Mental Health, Population Health, Systems Medicine, Public Health, Global Health, Translational Research, Developmental Research, Biomedical Sciences, and Research Methodology. The fellowship provides an opportunity for promising researchers to transition into research independence while receiving long-term financial support. Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent qualification, demonstrate strong research achievements and productivity, and present an original research proposal within the MRC research remit. They must also show clear plans to establish an independent research career, have support from an eligible UK research organization, secure at least one senior departmental sponsor, and conduct research that is substantially independent from previous supervisors.

Benefits

Salary for the fellow
Research and technical staff
Laboratory equipment
Research consumables
Career development and training
Research travel and international collaboration
Data management and sharing
NHS research costs (where applicable)
Public and patient involvement activities
Visa application fees
Immigration Health Surcharge costs for the fellow and eligible dependents
Up to five years of research funding
Opportunity to spend up to 12 months at another UK institution, overseas research organization, or industry partner

Eligibility

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent before the fellowship begins
Demonstrate strong research achievements and productivity
Present an original research proposal within the MRC research remit
Show clear plans to establish an independent research career
Have support from an eligible UK research organization
Secure at least one senior departmental sponsor
Conduct research that is substantially independent from previous supervisors
Applicants from all countries are eligible to apply

Required Documents

Online application form
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Research proposal
Career development plan
Academic qualifications
Institutional support statement
Sponsor details
Budget justification
Ethical and data management plans
Any additional supporting documents required by UKRI

How to Apply

Identify an eligible UK host institution and develop an independent research proposal
Obtain support from a senior departmental sponsor and complete the online application through the UKRI funding system
Upload all required documents and review the application carefully
Click the Apply button below to submit the application before the deadline of September 15, 2026 (4:00 p.m. UK Time)

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