We are proud to support the Ernest Rutherford fellowship programme designed to assist researchers without a permanent post in the areas of particle physics, astrophysics, nuclear physics, and accelerator science.
Ernest Rutherford fellowship
Status: Internal deadline, for expression of interest, 30 June 2024
Application process: In preparation for the funder deadline, we invite expressions of interest from those wishing to apply for an Ernest Rutherford fellowship with our Physics and Astronomy Department.
"The University of Manchester is the perfect fit for my Ernest Rutherford Fellowship, the first awarded in the field of accelerator physics, exploring novel laser and terahertz techniques for future compact particle accelerators. With access to world-leading expertise and facilities through partnership of the Cockcroft Institute and international collaborators such as CERN, together with close proximity to the largest linear accelerator test facility in the UK at Daresbury National Laboratory, Manchester is the ideal place to deliver cutting-edge accelerator science".
Dr Morgan Hibberd / Ernest Rutherford Research Fellow
Expression of interest
To ensure the submission of high-quality proposals, the department conducts an internal selection process for all major fellowship applications. It is essential to reach out early to discuss potential alignment with our funding schemes and departmental goals.
For schemes with a limited number of applicants per university, please submit a brief expression of interest (1-2 pages) for review by our academic leads. If you require guidance, our leads are available for advice. In some instances, a further sift will occur at the faculty or university-wide level.
Our internal selection process holistically assesses candidates, disregarding factors such as years since PhD, PhD institution, national origin, number of publications, or protected characteristics, unless mandated by funders.
We advise you to email your expression of interest to our fellowship support team as soon as possible and well in advance of the funder deadline.
We support a range of fellowships
Our Physics Department supports postdoctoral, tenure-track, and established researchers in their fields, including the Faraday Discovery fellowship.