Pre-announcement: ESRC applicant-led: grow awards
Summary
This ESRC applicant-led Grow Award is for individual researchers based at UK research organisations. It aims to support researchers at key career points to make a step-change in their career by developing capabilities or pivoting direction. The funding will strengthen the UK's social science research base. Specific funding amounts are not detailed but are implied to be substantial enough for a career step-change.
Eligibility Criteria
* Must be an individual researcher. * Must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for ESRC funding. * Focuses on social science research. * Supports researchers at key career points.
How to Apply
The ESRC Grow Awards are currently pre-announced. Potential applicants should monitor the UKRI ESRC funding page for the official launch and detailed application guidelines. Typically, ESRC applications require a strong research proposal, a clear plan for capability development or career pivot, and justification of impact on the UK's social science research base. Ensure your host research organisation is eligible for ESRC funding before preparing your application.