Mobility Fellowship: Build Your Independent Research

The University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

The University of Birmingham invites applications for the MOBILITY Fellowship, a prestige postdoctoral opportunity funded by the European Research Council. The Fellow will build an independent research track, supported by mentorship, with a goal of securing future independent funding such as NIHR/Wellcome/MRC grants.

Salary support is provided for up to five years, with an accompanying research budget. Internal and external candidates may apply; a defined plan to transition to independent

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant STEM discipline.
• Demonstrable competitive track record in research with publications/awards.
• A research proposal in active development suitable for submission within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance an independent research programme with mentorship.
• Lead or contribute to research funding bids and fellowship applications.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret data using discipline-appropriate methods.
• Publish outputs and present findings at seminars and conferences.
• Contribute to the development of new models, techniques, and methods.
• Provide guidance to postgraduate students and support staff where relevant.
• Contribute to departmental research activities and administration.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in the research community.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Research methods

Education

PhD in STEM

Job description

The University of Birmingham invites applications for the MOBILITY Fellowship, a prestige postdoctoral opportunity funded by the European Research Council. The Fellow will build an independent research track, supported by mentorship, with a goal of securing future independent funding such as NIHR/Wellcome/MRC grants.

Salary support is provided for up to five years, with an accompanying research budget. Internal and external candidates may apply; a defined plan to transition to independent