The Royal Society is currently accepting applications for its Industry Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About The Royal Society - Industry Fellowship Programme
The Industry Fellowship Programme is offered by the Royal Society as part of its wider Science and Industry Programme.The programme is designed to strengthen connections between universities, research organisations, and industry by supporting talented researchers to work across sectors.
Benefits of The Royal Society - Industry Fellowship Programme
- Successful fellows can receive up to: £168,000 over the fellowship period
Funding can support:
- Salary costs for the industry fellow during the secondment.
- Research expenses.
- Travel and collaboration costs.
The employing organisation continues to cover:
- National Insurance contributions.
- Pension contributions.
The Royal Society - Industry Fellowship Programme Requirements
The fellowship is open to researchers who:
- Hold a PhD or equivalent professional experience.
- Work in a UK university, not-for-profit research organisation, or industry.
- Hold a permanent position or open-ended contract.
- Are at a career stage where industry–academia collaboration can provide significant professional benefits.
Applicants from any nationality are eligible.
Researchers who require immigration support may apply for a Global Talent Visa through the fast-track endorsement route.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
16 September, 2026
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