Wellcome Trust Accelerator Awards for Researchers of Black, Bangladeshi and Pakistani heritage
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This scheme will support researchers of Black, Bangladeshi and Pakistani heritage in the UK to undertake activities that put them in a stronger position to reach their next career stage. The funding can be used for research or research-adjacent activities, such as training, secondments, and networking.

ELIGIBILITY:

The lead applicant must:

  • Self-identify as being from a:
    • Black heritage background, including a mixed heritage background. For example, Black African; Black Caribbean; Black Other; Mixed background (must include Black African, Black Caribbean or other Black backgrounds).
    • Bangladeshi heritage background, including a mixed heritage background. For example, Bangladeshi Other; Mixed background (must include Bangladeshi backgrounds).
    • Pakistani heritage background, including a mixed heritage background. For example, Pakistani Other; Mixed background (must include Pakistani backgrounds).
  • Currently be working in or ordinarily resident in the UK.
  • Have completed a substantive period of research training relevant to their discipline; you must have a PhD or equivalent higher research degree. If you have studied for a PhD then you must have completed your viva. You should be able to demonstrate a good understanding of research methodology and evidence of project delivery and analysis.

SCHOLARSHIP VALUE:

a basic salary (determined by your administering organisation) and other research costs

DURATION: 2 years

DEADLINE: 18 June 2024

HOW TO APPLY: Apply online

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