Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland Research Fellowship
Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland Research Fellowship
Application Deadline: Friday 5th March 2010
Organisation: The Royal Society of Edinburgh
This postdoctoral fellowship is given for independent research on the causes and effects of the ageing process, including the medical, psychological, sociological and economic consequences of old age, with the purpose of improving the quality of life.
The fellowships may be held at any higher education institution in Scotland.
Once appointed, research fellows will be expected to devote their full time to research.
Applicants must possess a doctorate, or equivalent higher education qualification, and should have two to six years relevant postdoctoral academic research experience at the time of the application closing date. Career breaks such as maternity leave, national service and voluntary service overseas can be discounted.
Applicants must show that they have an outstanding capacity for innovative research with a strong publication record relevant to their proposed field of study.
Preference will be given to those not holding a permanent position in an academic or research institution.
The fellowship is tenable for a period of up to three years. The annual stipend for the RSE/Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland Research Fellowship will be within the scales for research staff in higher education institutions, spinal points 23-37, approximately £21,500 to £32,500. Corresponding scales apply to a fellowship held in either a research institute or industrial laboratory. Normal annual increments and superannuation benefits will apply and stipends will be adjusted from time to time to take account of nationally agreed pay settlements. The salary placement will be according to age, qualifications, and experience plus two increments.
Financial support towards expenses involved in carrying out the research is available, including support for travel and attendance at approved meetings and the cost of minor equipment. The successful applicant is given an allowance of up to £5,500 for travel and subsistence each year. In addition, the successful applicant may request funding towards the cost of equipment and consumables, up to a maximum of £2,500 per annum.
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