# Professional Doctorate Clinical Research Training Fellowship

**Funder:** MRC (UKRI)
**Deadline:** 13 January 2027 (16:00 UK time)
**Eligible countries:** GB
**Official call:** https://www.ukri.org/opportunity/professional-doctorate-clinical-research-training-fellowship/
**Last updated:** 25 Oct 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Fellowship for clinically active individuals undertaking a professional doctorate, requiring supervisor and host organisation support statements; up to 20% of time may be spent on clinical duties during a full-time fellowship.

## Summary

The MRC Professional Doctorate Clinical Research Training Fellowship funds clinically active professionals in the UK to undertake a professional doctorate alongside their clinical role. Applicants must secure supervisor and host organisation support statements, and up to 20% of time on a full-time fellowship may be spent on clinical duties, letting fellows keep a foot in clinical practice while training in research.

## Who should apply

- Clinically active professionals in the UK undertaking or planning a professional doctorate
- Early-career researchers combining clinical practice with research training
- Applicants able to secure a named supervisor and host organisation support statement
- Researchers based at or affiliated with a UK host institution

## Key dates

- Application deadline: 13 January 2027, 16:00 UK time

## Tips for applicants

- Secure supervisor and host organisation support statements early, as both are required for submission.
- Clearly plan how the 20% clinical duties allowance fits alongside the doctoral research timeline.
- Align the doctoral project with a recognised professional doctorate programme before applying.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is eligible for the MRC Professional Doctorate Clinical Research Training Fellowship?

Clinically active individuals in the UK who are undertaking a professional doctorate and can provide supervisor and host organisation support statements.

### Can fellows continue clinical work during the MRC Professional Doctorate Fellowship?

Yes, up to 20% of time may be spent on clinical duties during a full-time fellowship.

### When is the deadline for the MRC Professional Doctorate Clinical Research Training Fellowship?

Applications are due by 13 January 2027 at 16:00 UK time.

### Is this fellowship open to applicants outside the UK?

No, it is limited to applicants based in the UK (GB).

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