Junior Research Fellowships 2027 – Cambridge

Contexte

Queens’ College, University of Cambridge, has announced applications for its Junior Research Fellowships (JRFs) 2027, offering outstanding early-career researchers an opportunity to pursue independent research in one of the world’s leading academic environments. The fellowships will commence on 1 October 2027 and are available in Archaeological Science and Development Studies.

Designed to support researchers of exceptional intellectual promise, the prestigious fellowships provide up to three years of dedicated research within the vibrant academic community of Queens’ College. Successful applicants will benefit from mentorship, access to world-class research resources, and opportunities to contribute to the intellectual life of both the College and the University of Cambridge. Applications are open to candidates who are nearing completion of their doctoral studies or have recently completed a PhD, making this an attractive opportunity for emerging scholars seeking to establish their academic careers.

Supporting the Next Generation of Academic Researchers

The Junior Research Fellowships are intended to nurture talented early-career academics by providing the time, resources, and institutional support needed to pursue innovative research.

Queens’ College offers a rich interdisciplinary environment where fellows can engage with scholars from diverse fields while benefiting from one of Cambridge’s renowned academic libraries. Fellows will also receive structured mentoring within the College and, where appropriate, professional and academic guidance through relevant University of Cambridge departments, faculties, or affiliated institutions.

The programme is designed to strengthen independent research while helping fellows build the academic networks and experience needed for long-term careers in higher education and research.

Missions et responsabilités

• Pursue independent research in Archaeological Science or Development Studies for a period of up to three years.
• Contribute to the intellectual life, seminars, discussions, and other academic activities of Queens’ College and the University of Cambridge.
• Participate as a member of the College’s Senior Combination Room.
• Undertake teaching by arrangement with the Senior Tutor, where applicable.

Profil recherché

• Are well advanced in doctoral research.
• Have recently completed a doctoral degree.
• Demonstrate exceptional academic ability and research potential.
• Are capable of independent, high-quality research.
• For non-stipendiary applications: may already hold an eligible salaried postdoctoral position within the University of Cambridge.

Conditions et avantages

• Junior Research Fellowships are offered for a period of up to three years.
• Membership of the College’s Senior Combination Room.
• Up to three years of dedicated research support.
• Academic and professional mentoring.
• Access to internationally recognised library and research facilities.
• Opportunities to undertake teaching by arrangement with the Senior Tutor.
• Participation in the interdisciplinary research community at Queens’ College.
• Postdoctoral appointment: Annual salary starting from £33,951 (for stipendiary fellows).
• Pre-doctoral appointment: Annual salary starting from £28,777.44 (for stipendiary fellows).
• Employment benefits valued at more than £8,186.76 per year (for stipendiary fellows).
• Fellowships may also be offered on a non-stipendiary basis for researchers who have recently accepted or are about to commence a salaried postdoctoral research position within the University of Cambridge.

Dossier de candidature

• Application submitted electronically through the Queens’ College online application system.
• References and supporting documentation completed within the set deadlines.

Comment postuler

Applications must be submitted electronically through the Queens’ College online application system. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all required documentation is submitted before the deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Important Dates:

• Application deadline: 25 September 2026 at 12:00 (noon).
• Interview period: Late November 2026.
• Fellowship commencement: 1 October 2027.

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