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Research Ireland Pathway Programme

Supports postdoctoral researchers transitioning to independent research leadership in Ireland.

The Pathway Programme supports postdoctoral researchers transitioning to independent research leadership roles in Ireland, across STEM and AHSS disciplines. It funds the applicant's own salary plus a PhD student over 4 years, with a maximum of €535,000 direct costs. A mentor is required.

Eligibility is tightly restricted: applicants must have a PhD of at least 2 years' standing, must not yet have

Max award€535K
Realistic median
Success rate
Decision time

No upcoming rounds verified. Cadence: Annual.

Last verified: 31 May 2026Source: www.researchireland.ie