The Royal Society
Leverhulme Trust Senior Research Fellowships
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Leverhulme Trust Senior Research Fellowships, administered through the Royal Society, fund established researchers in the natural sciences to step back from teaching and administrative duties for a period of concentrated research. The scheme requires a UK host institution and suits scientists with a strong track record who need dedicated time to complete a substantial piece of work.
Details
| Funder | The Royal Society |
| Deadline | 4 November 2026 |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Leverhulme Trust Senior Research Fellowships from the Royal Society, the UK's national academy of sciences. Funds research and fellowships across the natural sciences; most schemes require a UK host institution (some exchange and visiting schemes involve overseas partners). Applications close 4 Nove
Who Should Apply
- •Established researchers with a substantial publication record in the natural sciences
- •Applicants based at a UK host institution
- •Researchers seeking release from teaching and administrative duties to focus on a defined research project
Key Dates
- •Application deadline: 4 November 2026
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Frame the proposal around a single, well-defined piece of research rather than a broad programme, this scheme funds focused output, not a lab's general agenda.
- ✓Make the case for why relief from teaching and admin is essential to completing this specific project, since that is the core purpose of the fellowship.
- ✓Check with your host institution's research office early, as UK institutions typically manage the nomination and internal deadlines for this scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who administers the Leverhulme Trust Senior Research Fellowships?
The Royal Society, the UK's national academy of sciences, administers the scheme.
What is the deadline for the Leverhulme Trust Senior Research Fellowships?
Applications close on 4 November 2026.
Do I need a UK institution to apply for this fellowship?
Yes, this scheme requires a UK host institution.
What fields does this fellowship cover?
It funds research across the natural sciences.
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