Royal Society Wolfson Visiting Fellowship
The Royal Society Wolfson Visiting Fellowship supports outstanding international science leaders to undertake a flexible 12-month research sabbatical at a UK institution, fostering collaboration and advancing UK science.
Funder: Royal Society
Due Dates: March 4, 2026 (Round 1 full application) | June 24, 2026 (Round 2 nomination deadline) | July 1, 2026 (Round 2 full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to £125,000 per fellowship (excluding relocation/visa costs); 12 months full-time or up to 24 months flexibly.
Summary: Supports outstanding international research leaders to undertake a flexible 12-month sabbatical at a UK institution, fostering collaboration and strengthening UK science.
Key Information: Nomination by UK host institution required before application; two annual rounds.
Description
The Royal Society Wolfson Visiting Fellowship provides an opportunity for outstanding emerging or established international research leaders to spend a flexible 12-month sabbatical period at a UK university or research institution. The scheme is designed to foster international collaboration, enrich scientific research at the host organisation, and strengthen the UK science base. The fellowship is highly flexible, allowing the visit to be taken full-time over one year or spread across two years (minimum three-month stays, totalling 12 months). The program encourages applications from a wide range of backgrounds and scientific disciplines within the natural sciences.
