Birmingham Springboard Fellow at University of Birmingham
Job Description
Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK
Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974
Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to 24 months. Part Time will be considered and discussed at interview
Job Summary
The College of Medical and Dental Science are excited to announce a new competitive fellowship scheme which aims to support high-calibre post-doctoral researchers to develop proposals for submission to prestigious fellowships schemes such as ERC starter grants, Future Leaders Fellowship, Wellcome / MRC Career Development Awards etc.
The postholder will work in a high-quality research environment and will be sponsored by a senior mentor for development of their independent research within the strategic areas of research in the MDS. The postholder is expected to submit their independent fellowship application within the first 12 months of appointment and if/as successful, move into the fellowship role on a new contract within the 2 years.
You should have a first degree in area of specialism and normally, a higher degree (or close to completion) relevant to research area or equivalent qualifications. Demonstration of a competitive track record (research outputs, merits) for personal fellowship and possession of a research proposal in development, which will be advanced to submission to a funding body in the first year of the appointment.
This opportunity is also available at Grade 8 level, where a PhD will be required. Please see further details on the University of Birmingham Jobs board.
Informal Enquiries to Tim Giles, email T.Giles@bham.ac.uk
To download the full job description and details of this position and submit an electronic application online please click on the above ‘Apply’ button.
Please quote the Job Ref 103214 in all enquiries.
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We value diversity and inclusion at the University of Birmingham and welcome applications from all sections of the community and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.
Closing date: 4th March 2024
