MRC (UKRI)
Professional Doctorate Clinical Research Training Fellowship
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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.
Details
| Funder | MRC (UKRI) |
| Deadline | 13 January 2027 |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | GB |
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.
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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