British Academy Mid-Career Fellowships 2026: Funding Opportunity for Outstanding Humanities and Social Sciences Researchers

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Requirements Applicants must meet specific eligibility conditions before applying. Employment Requirements Applicants must: Be employed by a UK-based university. Work at a recognized Higher Education institution. Be affiliated with an eligible Independent Research Organisation. Career Stage Requirements The fellowship is mainly designed for researchers who are at the mid-career stage. The Academy does not determine eligibility based on physical age. Instead, consideration is based on academic achievement, research contribution, and career development. Applicants are expected to: Have made outstanding contributions to their research field. Demonstrate excellence as researchers. Show strong communication skills. Act as leaders or champions within their discipline. Doctoral and Academic Experience Requirements Applicants are generally expected to: Be within approximately 15 years of receiving their doctorate. For established researchers without a doctorate: They should normally be within 15 years of their first academic appointment. The Academy may consider career interruptions and allow appropriate adjustments for researchers who have experienced career breaks.