About Position/Job
The prestigious Imperial College Research Fellowship (ICRF) supports outstanding early-career researchers across all academic disciplines offered at Imperial College London. This four-year fellowship empowers researchers to establish independence, access generous funding, and thrive within one of the UK’s most research-intensive environments. International applicants, including Indian nationals, are eligible and encouraged to apply.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Imperial College Research Fellow
- Institution: Imperial College London
- Department: Varies (based on research alignment)
- Research Field: All active research areas at Imperial
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Number of Posts: Multiple
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term Fellowship (4 years)
- Start Date (Anticipated): Between August–December 2026
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range: Competitive salary with additional research/travel budget up to £45,000
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Medicine
- Life Sciences
- AI, Climate, Energy, Sustainability
- Multidisciplinary and Innovative Research
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD awarded (or expected to be awarded)
- Up to 4 years of postdoctoral research experience
- Strong publication record
- Proposal aligned with Imperial’s research areas
Preferred Qualifications:
- International research experience
- Interdisciplinary approach
- Demonstrated potential for research independence
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead an independent research project
- Collaborate across departments and industry partners
- Engage with Imperial’s Early Career Researcher community
- Participate in training, outreach, and mentoring initiatives
- Disseminate research via conferences and publications
Application Process
How to Apply
Submit your application online via Imperial’s portal. Identify a suitable academic sponsor from Imperial and align your proposal with the department’s research themes.
Required Documents:
- CV
- Research Proposal
- Statement of Support from Sponsor
- Letters of Recommendation
Important Dates
- Application Opens: June 2025
- Deadline: 18 August 2025 (23:59 BST)
- Interview Date: To be notified
- Fellowship Start Window: 1 August to 1 December 2026
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://www.imperial.ac.uk
- Job Posting: ICRF Fellowship Details
- Apply now: Description | Jobs | Imperial College London
