Imperial College Research Fellowship

The 2024 Imperial College Research Fellowship (ICRF) call (for fellowships starting between 1 August and 1 December 2025) has an application deadline of Monday 19 August 2024.  Applicants should read all the information provided and contact researchfellowships@imperial.ac.uk with any questions. 

Career stage

It is anticipated that applicants will be at the early stages of their research career and be able to demonstrate the potential to establish research independence. Candidates are expected to have no more than four years of post-doctoral research experience. Extensions to this time period will be considered in circumstances that support our commitment to diversity, a positive research culture and non-traditional career paths.

Duration of funding

Four years fixed

Level of funding

In most cases, salary will be offered at point 17 of the Imperial College London Research pay scale, in the Research Associate salary band (the current 2024 salary for this grade, based in London, is £46,593 per annum).  In exceptional circumstances, candidates may negotiate a higher starting salary, within the Research Associate salary band.  Pay and progression will be in line with College pay and recognition policies. Up to £30,000 (or £45,000 if fully justified by the nature of the research) total toward research and travel costs.

Benefits

Bespoke career development and cohort activities.  In terms of work-life balance, we offer a range of staff benefits, including a generous holiday leave allowance, enhanced Maternity/ Shared Parental Leave provision at up to 18 weeks of full-pay, opportunities for hybrid working, access to professional and confidential help from the College's Employee Assistance Provider Confidential Care, a College-wide Parents’ Network and advice and support on childcare and eldercare through My Family Care.