Research Ireland Enterprise Fellowships 2025: Research Ireland invites applications for its final cycle of Enterprise Fellowships under two streams—Placement and Partnership. These fellowships are designed to support late-stage PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and faculty members (Placement stream only) in fostering collaborative research with industry, enterprise, and eligible public bodies. Fellowships are available for durations of 12 to 24 months, with flexible placement and research settings depending on the chosen stream.
Summary Table:
| Fellowship Name | Research Ireland Enterprise Fellowships 2025 |
|---|---|
| Streams Available | Placement Stream, Partnership Stream |
| Application Deadline | 15th July 2025 |
| Call Open Date | 29th April 2025 |
| Programme Outcome | November 2025 |
| Fellowship Duration | 12 or 24 months |
| Location | Industry or Higher Education Institutions |
| Eligibility | Late-stage PhD, Postdoctoral, Faculty (Placement) |
| Application Mode | Online via Grants Management System |
Designation:
Research Ireland Enterprise Fellow
Research Area:
Open to all disciplines across science, engineering, humanities, and social sciences.
Location:
Fellowships are hosted in either:
- Industry/Enterprise (Placement Stream) – worldwide
- Higher Education Institutions with Enterprise Collaboration (Partnership Stream) – based in eligible research bodies
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Placement Stream:
Open to faculty members, postdoctoral researchers, and late-stage PhD students wishing to conduct research based in industry. - Partnership Stream:
Open to postdoctoral researchers and late-stage PhD students pursuing full-time research based in an eligible Higher Education Institution in partnership with an enterprise or public body.
Job Description:
As a Research Ireland Enterprise Fellow, you will:
- Engage in a collaborative research project either in industry (Placement) or an academic setting (Partnership) with enterprise/public engagement.
- Contribute to knowledge transfer and strengthen industry-academic partnerships.
- Develop professional and research skills aligned with enterprise or civic needs.
- Be part of a prestigious programme aiming to boost national innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
How to Apply:
- Applications must be submitted via Research Ireland’s online grants management system.
- Call documentation and guidance for each stream are available on the official website.
- Ensure you select the appropriate stream and meet the eligibility criteria before submission.
Last Date to Apply:
15th July 2025
