OPEN - British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship

The British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship offers outstanding early-career researchers the opportunity to strengthen their experience of research and teaching in an academic environment. This scheme aims to help develop the award-holder’s curriculum vitae and boost their prospects of obtaining a permanent academic post. The primary emphasis is on the completion of a significant piece of publishable research, and the integration of the award holder into the community of established scholars within their field.

You will need to confirm sponsorship by a permanent faculty member in DPIR before you apply. You can find further details on our webpage DPIR’s permanent academic staff.

DPIR will be hosting an online workshop on Wednesday 3 June - prospective applicants may register here.

Please note that the funder webpage currently provides guidance for last year's call. We expect updated notes to be published in early July. 

Express your interest in applying for a British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship by completing the DPIR Expression of Interest by Monday 29 June 2026.