Wellcome
Wellcome Career Development Awards
Deadline: 28 July 2026 (43 days)
15:00 BST; July 2026 round
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Details
| Funder | Wellcome |
| Deadline | 28 July 2026 |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage: full application → shortlisting (October 2026) → interviews (19–21 January 2027) |
| Frequency | Annual |
Eligibility & scope
Supports researchers at the career development stage across a broad range of disciplines (biomedical, clinical, social sciences, arts & humanities, data sciences). Applications managed in English via the Wellcome Funding platform; host organisation must administer the grant. Global eligibility; UK-hosted awardees may access Global Talent visa endorsement.
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