Applications are invited for The Imperial College Research Fellowship (ICRF) Scheme 2025. The deadline for proposals is Monday 18 August 2025 (23:59 BST).
Job Title: Imperial College Research Fellowship
Salary: £48,056 – £56,345
About the CandidatesWe aim to recruit the best talent and encourage applications from researchers from all backgrounds, from all over the world, across research fields active at Imperial. It is anticipated that applicants will be at the early stages of their research career and be able to demonstrate the potential to establish research independence. Candidates are expected to have no more than four years of post-PhD research experience. Extensions to this time period will be considered in circumstances that support our commitment to diversity, a positive research culture and non-traditional career paths.
About the Candidates
We aim to recruit the best talent and encourage applications from researchers from all backgrounds, from all over the world, across research fields active at Imperial. It is anticipated that applicants will be at the early stages of their research career and be able to demonstrate the potential to establish research independence. Candidates are expected to have no more than four years of post-PhD research experience. Extensions to this time period will be considered in circumstances that support our commitment to diversity, a positive research culture and non-traditional career paths.
Selection CriteriaProposals will be considered in all research areas active within participating departments at Imperial, and are expected to contribute to the development of Imperial’s strategy. Multi -/ inter- disciplinary projects are welcomed, as are collaborations with The Francis Crick Institute. In addition, Schmidt Sciences will be supporting up to six fellowships based at the I-X Centre for AI in Science. The key evaluation criterion is excellence.
Selection Criteria
Proposals will be considered in all research areas active within participating departments at Imperial, and are expected to contribute to the development of Imperial’s strategy. Multi -/ inter- disciplinary projects are welcomed, as are collaborations with The Francis Crick Institute. In addition, Schmidt Sciences will be supporting up to six fellowships based at the I-X Centre for AI in Science. The key evaluation criterion is excellence.
Equity, Diversity and InclusionWe strive to ensure the diversity of our candidates, and we reflect this ethos in the way we promote the ICRF programme and in our recruitment and selection process. Imperial’s diversity networks aim to represent different staff groups at Imperial. Imperial is one of the world’s most international universities with almost 60% of our current ICRF holders having non-UK nationality. Thus, we welcome applications from UK nationals or international candidates.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We strive to ensure the diversity of our candidates, and we reflect this ethos in the way we promote the ICRF programme and in our recruitment and selection process. Imperial’s diversity networks aim to represent different staff groups at Imperial. Imperial is one of the world’s most international universities with almost 60% of our current ICRF holders having non-UK nationality. Thus, we welcome applications from UK nationals or international candidates.
How to ApplyApplicants will need to identify an Imperial academic staff member to act as their sponsor who will provide laboratory space, facilities and mentorship. Those interested in applying are expected to contact their proposed sponsor and proposed host department as early as possible. To learn more about this outstanding opportunity and how to apply please visit the Imperial College Research Fellowship webpages. If you have any queries about the Imperial College Research Fellowship scheme, please contact researchfellowships@imperial.ac.uk
How to Apply
Applicants will need to identify an Imperial academic staff member to act as their sponsor who will provide laboratory space, facilities and mentorship. Those interested in applying are expected to contact their proposed sponsor and proposed host department as early as possible. To learn more about this outstanding opportunity and how to apply please visit the Imperial College Research Fellowship webpages. If you have any queries about the Imperial College Research Fellowship scheme, please contact researchfellowships@imperial.ac.uk
Benefits
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The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
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Grow your career: gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
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Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
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Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
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