The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) is offering Postdoctoral Fellowships (PDFs) to support early career researchers in consolidating their PhD work. These fellowships are hosted at accredited ESRC Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs) across the UK.
This opportunity aims to help fellows develop their publications, expand their professional networks, and enhance their research and professional skills, forming a key part of ESRC's strategy for supporting researchers at the immediate postdoctoral stage.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Fellowship |
|---|---|
| Institution | Economic and Social Research Council – ESRC |
| Location | United Kingdom |
| Region | Europe |
| Open to | UK PhD graduates with less than 12 months postdoctoral experience |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Stipend / Salary | Competitive salary |
| Duration | Not specified |
| Start date | Not specified |
| Application deadline | 23 March 2027 |
About the Position
Fellows will focus on developing their research outputs, including publications, and building their professional networks. The program is designed to enhance both research-specific and broader professional skills, contributing to the fellow's career progression in the social sciences. The specific research focus will align with the fellow's PhD topic and the expertise available at the host DTP.
Eligibility
- Completed PhD in the UK at a UK research organization.
- Less than 12 months of active postdoctoral experience from viva voce to the competition closing date.
- Must have been awarded a PhD or submitted thesis and passed viva voce with minor corrections by the submission deadline, with PhD award expected by fellowship start date.
Benefits
- Opportunity to consolidate PhD research
- Support for developing publications
- Networking opportunities
- Enhancement of research and professional skills
- Competitive salary
Documents Required
- Full proposal
- Required attachments (details available on DTP websites)
How to Apply
- Visit the websites of eligible ESRC Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs) to access the call specification, FAQs, and application form.
- Note that some DTPs may require a mandatory Expression of Interest prior to the full application deadline.
- Submit a full proposal along with all required attachments to the chosen DTP by 23:59 UK time on March 23, 2027.
- Only one application to a single DTP is permitted.
FAQs
Who is eligible to apply for these fellowships?
Applicants must have completed their PhD in the UK at a UK research organization and have less than 12 months of active postdoctoral experience from their viva voce to the closing date. They must either have been awarded a PhD or passed their viva with minor corrections by the submission deadline, with the PhD expected to be awarded by the fellowship start date.
Where can I find the application form and full details?
The call specification, FAQs, and application form will be available on the websites of the accredited ESRC Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs).
Can I apply to multiple DTPs?
No, only one application to a single DTP is permitted.
Source: jobs.ac.uk Postdocs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
Featured image: Photo by Mikhail Nilov on Pexels
