UKRI (STFC)
Early Independence Ernest Rutherford Fellowships 2026
Deadline: 30 September 2026 (115 days)|5 years
4:00pm UK time. Host organisations must submit ED&I statement by 30 September 2026. Internal institutional deadlines may be earlier.
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Details
| Funder | UKRI (STFC) |
| Deadline | 30 September 2026 |
| Duration | 5 years |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage; host organisation internal selection may precede STFC deadline |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
For researchers (any nationality) seeking to establish independent research niche in STFC remit areas (astronomy, particle physics, nuclear physics, accelerator science, quantum technologies, etc.). Must be hosted at a UK research organisation holding an ERF quota. STFC funds 80% FEC; host funds balance. Up to 10 fellowships offered. Cannot fund PDRAs or PhD students. Part-time (≥50% FTE) permitted.
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