Pre-Doctoral Early Career Fellowships: The British Thoracic Society (BTS) in collaboration with Asthma + Lung UK (A+LUK) is offering funding opportunities for healthcare professionals eager to pursue a PhD or equivalent qualification in respiratory-related research. This initiative aims to support individuals who lack the resources or time to develop a funding application.
Pre-Doctoral Early Career Fellowships for Respiratory Healthcare Professionals
Designation:
Pre-Doctoral Early Career Fellow
Research Area:
Respiratory Medicine and Healthcare Research
Location:
United Kingdom
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Open to all healthcare professionals, including Allied Healthcare Professionals.
- Commitment to applying for follow-on funding upon completion of the fellowship.
Job Description:
The fellowship provides up to £40,000 for a duration of up to six months (or pro-rated for longer periods) to support activities such as:
- Developing research ideas and project plans.
- Conducting pilot or feasibility studies.
- Performing desk research for funding applications.
- Identifying collaborators and mentors for research initiatives.
- Establishing a patient and public involvement approach necessary for funding applications.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply using the Flexi-Grant portal on the A+LUK website.
Last Date to Apply:
Friday, 13 February 2026, at 3 PM.
