Research Fellowships - Royal Academy of Engineering
The Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellowships fund and mentor outstanding early-career engineers in the UK to develop independent, innovative research careers over five years.
Funder: Royal Academy of Engineering
Due Dates: June 25, 2026: Expression of Interest (EoI) submission deadline (closes 25 June 2026 at 17:00)
Funding Amounts: Up to £800,000 Academy contribution over five years (projects costed up to £1 million at 80% fEC); 12 awards available in 2026/27.
Summary: Supports outstanding early-career engineering researchers in the UK with funding, mentoring, and training to develop independent research careers.
Key Information: New two-stage process: EoI required by June 25, 2026; full applications by invitation only.
Description
The Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellowships provide substantial support to exceptional early-career researchers in engineering, enabling them to establish independent research careers and become future leaders in the field. The programme offers five years of funding, mentoring, and professional development opportunities, including access to the Academy’s Awardee Excellence Community. Fellows benefit from protected research time, reduced teaching/administrative duties, and opportunities to connect with leading engineers and peer awardees. The scheme is open to all engineering disciplines, broadly defined, and is designed to foster research excellence and drive innovation in the UK.
