British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026-2027
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British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026-2027

British Academy
British Academy

A prestigious three-year fully funded fellowship supporting outstanding early-career researchers in the humanities and social sciences at a UK university. It covers salary costs, research expenses, and institutional overheads, with opportunities for teaching experience and mentorship.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a researcher from the humanities and social sciences and be based at an eligible UK university or research organisation for the duration of the Fellowship. British citizens and any nationals from the EEA are eligible, regardless of where their doctorate was obtained. Anyone of any nationality who has a doctorate from a UK university is eligible. If an applicant does not meet the prior categories, they may be accepted if they can demonstrate ‘strong prior association’ with the UK academic community. Eligible applicants are expected to have completed their Viva Voce examination between 1st April 2024 to 1st April 2027.

Perks & benefits

  • Opportunities to gain teaching experience (up to 5 hours per week)
  • A dedicated mentor
  • Full access to university facilities, libraries, and academic networks
  • Strong support to complete a major piece of publishable research

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