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MS Society Early Career Fellowships

MS Society Early Career Fellowships

Supports early-career United Kingdom multiple sclerosis researchers through fellowships and practical mentorship.

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About

The MS Society Early Career Fellowships (ECF) are postdoctoral career-development awards from the Multiple Sclerosis Society UK aimed at attracting and retaining talented researchers to the MS field. The award package typically totals GBP 300,000 to GBP 375,000, covering salary for up to four years, up to GBP 80,000 in running costs over the fellowship, and up to GBP 4,000 for conference attendanc…

What this grant funds

Any MS research area for postdoctoral researchers with a PhD in a relevant discipline.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.1–48 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.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.mssociety.org.uk