Entrepreneur in Residence
Forecasted
Entrepreneur in Residence supports industrial scientists and entrepreneurs working with UK universities on projects that strengthen research translation, industry-focused teaching and entrepreneurship.
Funder: Royal Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application closing deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to £50,000 over two years (£25,000 per year), with possible one-year renewal
Summary: Supports experienced industrial scientists and entrepreneurs working with UK universities to advance research translation and entrepreneurship.
Key Information: Award holders must commit 20% of their working time to the host organisation.
Description
The Royal Society’s Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) scheme places experienced industrial scientists and entrepreneurs in academic settings to increase awareness of cutting-edge industrial science, research and innovation. Part of the Society’s Science, Industry and Translation programme, it supports bespoke projects that expose staff and students to industrial research and development, promote research translation, and build confidence in business and entrepreneurship. The scheme is funded by the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST).
Residents may develop industry-focused teaching, provide careers guidance, mentor prospective company founders, assess research’s commercial potential, or connect researchers with funding, investment and industrial expertise. The programme also supports award holders’ professional development and career recognition. It is intended to strengthen university research and teaching through industrial expertise, rather than fund basic scientific research directly.
