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Return to Research Support Bursary (STFC)
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The STFC Return to Research Support Bursary offers up to £2,500 for up to six months to support researchers re-entering academic research after a break of two or more years. The bursary funds proposal development for STFC fellowship schemes and is available to UK-based researchers on a rolling basis. This is an entry point for researchers reclaiming research momentum after extended absence from the field.
Details
| Funder | STFC |
| Budget | Up to £2,500 |
| Duration | Up to 6 months |
| Consortium | No |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Bursary of up to £2,500 for up to 6 months for researchers returning to academic research after a break of 2+ years, to support development of a proposal for the STFC fellowship scheme. UK-based researchers only.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers with a break of two or more years from active research
- •UK-based researchers affiliated with eligible institutions
- •Researchers preparing a proposal for an STFC fellowship scheme
- •Career returners aiming to rebuild research capacity and independence
Key Dates
- •Rolling deadline, apply any time
- •Up to six-month bursary duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Frame your application around concrete next steps: name the STFC fellowship you are targeting and outline what this bursary will fund in the proposal development process.
- ✓Emphasize the value of your prior research experience and how the break has clarified your research direction rather than treating it as a gap to apologize for.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the STFC Return to Research Support Bursary?
Up to £2,500 for a period of up to six months.
Who is eligible for the Return to Research Support Bursary?
UK-based researchers who have had a break of two or more years from active research and are preparing a proposal for an STFC fellowship scheme.
When can I apply for the Return to Research Support Bursary?
The call operates on a rolling basis, so you can apply at any time.
What should the bursary funds support?
The bursary is intended to support development of a proposal for an STFC fellowship scheme, allowing returners to invest time in planning and writing.
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