[Alzheimer's Research UK](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research)

March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Salary + up to £20,000/year for research costs; duration up to 3 years.

Supports early-career, non-clinical PhD researchers to launch independent dementia research projects with mentorship and robust review at UK institutions.

Forecasted round; dates and details subject to confirmation.

--- ## Description This fellowship supports excellent non-clinical, PhD-qualified researchers in the early stages of their careers as they begin independent research projects in a well-supported UK academic or research institution. The program is designed to help researchers establish their own research niche, build new skills, and gain recognition for their expertise in dementia research. Fellows receive mentorship from senior investigators and benefit from a robust, multi-stage review process including scientific peer review, feedback opportunities, input from people affected by dementia, and an interview. The scheme is focused on fostering independence and impactful research within the dementia research community. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027: Full application deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Covers the fellow’s salary plus up to £20,000 per year for research, animal, and travel costs. - Maximum duration: 3 years. - Additional allowance: Up to £1,000 per year per person for career development and training costs (must be justified in application). --- ## Eligibility - **Applicant requirements:** - Must be a non-clinical, PhD-qualified researcher. - Should demonstrate impactful outputs from previous research (e.g., publications, presentations) and an upward career trajectory. - Must be in the early stages of independence (not holding tenure). - Should be accumulating new skills and gaining recognition for specialist expertise. - **Institutional requirements:** - The prospective Fellow and Lead Supervisor must be based at a UK academic or research institution. - Collaborators or co-applicants from outside the UK are permitted. - **Supervision:** - Applicants must secure a senior investigator as Lead Supervisor at the host UK institution, with a contract covering the fellowship duration. - **Other:** - Fellowships must be applied for by the prospective Fellow, not by Supervisors. - Researchers who already hold tenure are not eligible. - Ethical approvals and/or Home Office licenses must be secured if required. - Clinical researchers should apply to alternative ARUK clinical fellowship schemes. - See the [Early Career Researcher Framework](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Early-Career-Researcher-Framework-Nov18.pdf) for detailed skills and training expectations. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [ARUK grant application portal](https://grants.alzheimersresearchuk.org/) when the round is open. - The process includes: - Online submission of a full application. - Peer review by expert panel members. - Opportunity to respond to reviewer feedback (via live rebuttal during interview). - Review by individuals with lived experience of dementia, based on a Plain English summary. - Interview (including a short presentation) with a panel comprising researchers and people affected by dementia. - Decisions are based on scientific merit, applicant potential, and the strength of the research environment. - See [Application FAQs](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/grant-schemes/application-faqs/) for practical details. --- ## Additional Information - Success rates: In recent years, approximately 8 out of 51 applications were funded. - ARUK does not cover indirect costs; only direct project costs are eligible. - Grants are subject to ARUK’s [research guidelines and policies](https://alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/research-guidelines-and-policies/). - Flexible/part-time working arrangements are supported if approved by the employing institution. - The scheme supports a wide range of dementia research, including basic, translational, and early clinical research. --- ## External Links - [Program page & application information](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/grants/research-fellowship) - [Eligibility guidelines (PDF)](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ARUK-Grant-Scheme-Eligibility-Document-September-2025.pdf) - [Early Career Researcher Framework (PDF)](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Early-Career-Researcher-Framework-Nov18.pdf) - [Application FAQs](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/grant-schemes/application-faqs/) - [Research guidelines and policies](https://alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/research-guidelines-and-policies/) --- ## Contact Information | Method | Details | |----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [research@alzheimersresearchuk.org](mailto:research@alzheimersresearchuk.org) | | Phone | 0300 111 5555 | | Web Resources | [Contact & Resources](https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-researchers/resources-and-information/) | ---

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