MOBILITY Fellowship in STEM Research
A prestigious ERC-funded postdoctoral fellowship to build independent research competitiveness in STEM disciplines.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers in STEM with a strong publication record, a well-developed research proposal, and a clear strategy for securing independent funding.
Overview
The University of Birmingham’s MOBILITY Fellowship is a competitive, five-year postdoctoral programme designed to support exceptional early-career researchers in STEM fields. Funded by the European Research Council, this fellowship provides salary, research funding, and mentorship to help fellows develop the track record, skills, and preliminary data needed to secure prestigious independent grants such as ERC Starting Grants or UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships. Fellows are expected to transition to an independent fellowship within the first 36 months, embedding themselves in a high-quality research environment with guidance from a senior academic mentor. The programme prioritises building research independence, publication output, and strategic career progression in competitive funding landscapes.
What you'll do
- Develop and lead an independent research programme with mentorship from senior academics
- Lead or significantly contribute to research funding bids and fellowship applications
- Collect, analyse, and interpret complex research data using discipline-specific methods
- Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at conferences, seminars, and poster sessions
- Contribute to the development of new research models, techniques, and methodologies
- Provide guidance and support to postgraduate students and research staff
- Engage in departmental research activities and associated administrative tasks
- Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion within the research community
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a relevant STEM discipline (awarded or imminent)
Language: English; proficiency required for academic and funding communications
Instruction: English
Publications: Demonstrable competitive track record in research, including publications, awards, or esteem indicators
- Demonstrable research track record with publications, awards, or esteem indicators
- Active development of a research proposal suitable for submission to major funding bodies within the first year
- Clear strategy for leveraging the fellowship to strengthen competitiveness for independent funding
- Advanced analytical capability and proficiency in interpreting complex data
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for academic and funding audiences
- Fluency in research techniques and methods relevant to the applicant’s discipline
- Ability to manage workloads, meet deadlines, and coordinate effectively with colleagues
- Commitment to fair and inclusive practice in research and daily work
- Open to both internal and external candidates
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
- No age limits specified
- No prior experience caps beyond PhD completion or imminent award
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-18
Applicants must download the full job description and submit an electronic application online through the University of Birmingham’s application portal. Required documents include a CV, cover letter, research proposal, and other materials specified on the MOBILITY Fellowship website. Informal enquiries can be directed to the contact provided.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research proposal
- Publication list or research track record
- Proof of PhD award or imminent completion
Contact
Tim Giles· Contact for Informal Enquiries
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