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MRC New Investigator Research Grant: Applicant-Led

MRC New Investigator Research Grant

Supports early-career United Kingdom researchers with grants to establish independent innovation pathways.

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The MRC New Investigator Research Grant is a continuously open funding scheme designed for early-career researchers at the transition point from postdoctoral work or equivalent to independent research leadership. Eligible applicants include postdoctoral researchers, lecturers, junior research fellows, and holders of early-career training fellowships who can demonstrate the skills and experience to…

Discovery and early translational research in MRC remit, open exclusively to early-career researchers demonstrating readiness to transition to independent research leadership.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.1–60 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.20%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.ukri.org