Funder
MRC: Infections and immunity: responsive mode: new investigator
Added date
19/10/2023
Closing date
10/01/2024
Call summary
Apply for funding to:
research Infections and immunity
take the next step towards becoming an independent researcher
You must have:
the skills and experience to ‘transition to independence’
the support of a host research organisation eligible for MRC funding
There is no limit to the funding you can apply for, but the typical full economic cost of a project is under £1 million. MRC will usually fund 80% of the full economic cost.
This funding usually lasts three years and covers up to 50% of your salary.
Scientific scope
We are looking to fund new investigators who are capable of becoming independent researchers and are now ready to take the next step towards that goal.
We’re looking for new investigators with a proposal for research that increases understanding within the field of infections and immunity.
The infections and immunity board funds research into infectious human disease and disorders of the human immune system. The board supports a diverse portfolio of research of relevance to the UK and globally and addresses both long-standing questions and supports the investigation of emerging higher-risk opportunities.
PI eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity you must:
have research organisation support
be able to show that your skills and experience match those in the ‘transition to independence’ stage of the MRC applicant skills and experience table
use this grant to support your long-term career goals and chosen career route
show that you will direct and be the sole intellectual leader of the proposed project
focus your application within the research area of Infections and immunity.