Up to £26,000 per year for salary (50% of total) plus up to £6,000 per year for research expenses.
Duration
36 months
Deadline
20 February 2025
Level
Postdoctoral
Acceptance
Varies by year (approx. 145 awards from 1000+ applications)
Difficulty
Very High
Quick Summary
Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship, administered by The Leverhulme Trust, is one of the funding options available to postdoctoral researchers in United Kingdom. The award covers The Trust provides 50% of the total salary (up to 26,000) with the host institution providing the remaining 50%. Additionally, annual research expenses of up to 6,000 are provided. and is open to postdoctoral students studying all fields except for studies of disease, illness and medical treatment, and research intended to inform clinical practice.. The scholarship runs for 36 months. Eligibility is generally based on early career researchers with a PhD (or near completion) who have a significant link to the UK academic community and do not hold a permanent position. The application deadline is 20 February 2025, with an acceptance rate of approximately Varies by year (approx. 145 awards from 1000+ applications). EduAtlasHub tracks updated deadlines, coverage details and eligibility requirements for this scholarship as they change.
✨ Should I Apply for Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
75%
Eligibility Match
70%
Win Probability
7/10
Difficulty
7/10
Reward Score
30-45 hrs
Time Required
10% to 15%
Competition
🌍 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Up to £26,000 per year for salary (50% of total) plus up to £6,000 per year for research expenses.
⏳
Duration
36 months
📅
Deadline
20 February 2025
🏥
Fields
All fields except for studies of disease, illness and medical treatment, and research intended to inform clinical practice.
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Awards/Year
Approximately 145
🌏
Study Country
United Kingdom
🏛️
Provider
The Leverhulme Trust
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Acceptance
Varies by year (approx. 145 awards from 1000+ applications)
The Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship is a prestigious award designed to support researchers at a relatively early stage of their academic careers to undertake a significant piece of publishable work. The Trust aims to support the career development of the fellow through a three-year fixed-term appointment at a UK host institution.
👥 Who Should Apply
Early career researchers with a PhD (or near completion) who have a significant link to the UK academic community and do not hold a permanent position.
🏛️ Host University
Any UK University or recognized UK research institution
🏥 Fields of Study
All fields except for studies of disease, illness and medical treatment, and research intended to inform clinical practice.
✨ Key Benefits
The Trust provides 50% of the total salary (up to £26,000) with the host institution providing the remaining 50%. Additionally, annual research expenses of up to £6,000 are provided.
Varies by year (approx. 145 awards from 1000+ applications)
Acceptance Rate
10% to 15%
Competition Level
Win Probability
70%
Match Score
75%
Competition
50%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Not Applicable
Living Stipend
Covered via salary (The Trust pays 50%, Host Institution pays 50%)
Total Award
Up to £26,000 per year for salary (50% of total) plus up to £6,000 per year for research expenses.
✈️ Travel: Up to £6,000 per year available via research expenses budget🏠 Accommodation: No💊 Health Insurance: No🔄 Renewable: No💳 App Fee: Free
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Not Applicable
🏠 Living Stipend
Covered via salary (The Trust pays 50%, Host Institution pays 50%)
🏡 Accommodation
No
✈️ Travel Allowance
Up to £6,000 per year available via research expenses budget
💊 Health Insurance
No
🎁 Other Benefits
Access to institutional facilities, mentoring, and professional development provided by the host university.
🔄 Renewable
No
📋 Renewal Conditions
Not Applicable
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
PhD awarded no more than 4 years prior to the closing date; must have a degree from a UK HEI or a fixed-term position in the UK; must not hold a permanent academic post.
🎓 Academic Level
Postdoctoral
📊 Minimum GPA
Varies (Academic excellence required)
🗣️ English Requirement
Professional academic proficiency
💼 Work Experience
Postdoctoral research experience preferred; candidates must be at an early career stage.
Secure a host institution early as they must agree to fund 50% of your salary. Ensure your proposal is written for a non-specialist but expert committee.
💡 Insider Tip: Many universities have internal selection processes with deadlines months before the Trust's deadline; check with your host institution's research office by October/November.
🗾️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
01 January 2025
⏰ Deadline
20 February 2025
🎤 Interview
No
🎓 Study Starts
Between 1 September 2025 and 1 May 2026
01 January 2025
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
20 February 2025
Application Deadline
Submit complete application - no late entries
No
Shortlisting and Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
Between 1 September 2025 and 1 May 2026
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Academic record of the applicant, quality and significance of the proposed research, and the suitability of the host institution.
Early career researchers with a PhD (or near completion) who have a significant link to the UK academic community and do not hold a permanent position.
This scholarship covers: The Trust provides 50% of the total salary (up to £26,000) with the host institution providing the remaining 50%. Additionally, annual research expenses of up to £6,000 are provided.. Coverage may vary — check the official website for exact details.
The deadline is 20 February 2025. Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: 10% to 15%. Acceptance rate: Varies by year (approx. 145 awards from 1000+ applications). Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
No
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, Professional academic proficiency, Yes (Three referees required) recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.