This scheme provides a unique opportunity for the most promising newly qualified MB/PhD graduates to make an early start in developing their independent research careers. It will enable successful candidates to undertake a period of postdoctoral training in the best laboratories in the UK and overseas and can be tailored to allow them to continue their postgraduate clinical training.
VALUE OF FELLOWSHIP
Fellowships are for up to four years (see 'Eligibility') and, depending on the duration of the fellowship, would not be expected to exceed £350 000. Fellowships provide:
- a salary set by the host institution, according to age and experience
- research expenses (e.g. materials and consumables, animals, small items of equipment)
- travel and overseas subsistence
- support to attend scientific meetings.
No funding is provided for course fees or examination fees.
ELIGIBILITY
The award is open to individuals with a relevant connection to the European Economic Area (EEA) who have either graduated with an MB/PhD or who have achieved a high-quality PhD in a relevant subject, either during or prior to commencing their initial medical, veterinary or dental degree.
DEADLINE
Preliminary application deadline: 24 April 2009
Full application deadline: 20 July 2009
Short-listed candidate interviews: December 2009
Schedule for full applications submitted for the 19 December 2008 deadline:
- Outcome of short-listing exercise: mid-May 2009
- Short-listed candidates interview: 17-18 June 2009
Subject to demand, the Trust anticipates that there will be subsequent calls for proposals.
FURTHER INFORMAT ION
http://www.wellcome.ac.uk/Funding/Biomedical-science/Grants/Other-initiatives/WTX050468.htm
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