Mathematical Sciences Early Independence Fellowship

The Mathematical Sciences Early Independence Fellowship is a funded fellowship to support researchers transitioning to independent research within the EPSRC mathematical sciences remit. It supports projects of up to five years (which may be held part-time) based at an eligible UK research organisation. The fellowship can fund projects with a full economic cost of up to £1,250,000, with EPSRC funding 80% of the FEC. Some fellowships include a 'plus element' that focuses on enhancing research environment and culture.

Funding for research project costs for up to five years (may be part-time); opportunity to build an independent research team; optional 'plus element' to enhance research environment and culture.

Applicants must have a PhD and additional postdoctoral experience or equivalent, demonstrate early evidence of capability to be a leading and active researcher, and be based at a UK research organisation eligible for EPSRC funding. Established academics who have demonstrated sustained career independence or who have previously led research staff for more than 12 months are not eligible.

Applications submitted through UKRI/EPSRC funding service via the UKRI application portal; host UK research organisation must be eligible and support the application.