Royal Society fellowship offers up to £703,800 for early career scientists

What happened

Applications close on November 18, 2026. The four-year postdoctoral fellowship funds researchers from underrepresented groups, including Black heritage, to carry out natural sciences research at a UK institution.

Why it may matter

• This is time-bound — there is an application or deadline involved, so check the dates before they pass.
• Something has opened that was not open before — worth checking whether you are eligible.
• Useful if you are trying to find an internship or explore opportunities.