Early independence: BBSRC fellowships: full stage (Fellowship)

This BBSRC fellowship funds early career researchers to run their own independent research projects. You must hold a PhD or equivalent experience and be based at a UK research organisation eligible for BBSRC funding. Grants can reach up to £9,000,000. The deadline to apply is 23 September 2026.

This fellowship is for early career researchers who hold a PhD or equivalent and want to lead their own independent research project. You must be based at a UK research organisation that is eligible for BBSRC funding. It is not for established senior researchers or businesses outside of academic or research settings.

Apply for a BBSRC fellowship to further your career through an independent research project. You must: be an early career researcher hold a PhD qualification (or equivalent experience) be based at a UK research organisation eligible for BBSRC funding

This is the full stage of the application process, which means there is likely an earlier expression of interest or outline stage before this. You apply through the UKRI Funding Service portal. Make sure you are based at a BBSRC-eligible UK research organisation before applying.