The Wellcome Trust is accepting applications for its Early-Career Awards, a prestigious funding scheme supporting early-stage researchers to establish themselves as independent investigators in any discipline related to human health and wellbeing. This is a highly competitive grant offering substantial salary and research funding for up to five years.
Key Details
- Funder: Wellcome Trust (UK)
- Field: Any discipline related to human life, health and wellbeing
- Award: Salary support + up to £400,000 in research expenses
- Duration: Up to 5 years
- Eligibility: Early-career researchers who have passed their PhD viva, or have at least 4 years’ research experience; typically no more than 3 years of postdoctoral experience; must be based at eligible institutions in the UK, Republic of Ireland, or eligible low- and middle-income countries (excluding India and China)
- Application Deadline: 21 July 2026, 15:00 BST
- How to Apply: Applications submitted through Wellcome’s online Grant Tracker system at wellcome.org
The Wellcome Early-Career Award enables researchers to develop their own independent research programme and build leadership skills at a critical stage of their career. Fellows receive access to Wellcome’s extensive networks and career development support throughout the award period.
Always verify deadlines and details on the official Wellcome Trust website before applying.