Career Development Research Fellowship 2026

📖 About the Fellowship

The Career Development Research Fellowship in Psychology is a full-time research opportunity offered by St John’s College, Oxford. It is designed for early career researchers who have recently completed or are close to completing their doctorate.

Key Details:

• Eligibility: Applicants must have submitted their thesis no later than three months before the start date of this post and must submit their thesis by September 2026.
• This fellowship provides an exceptional opportunity to establish a research profile as part of a collegiate academic community.

💼 Benefits

• Annual Salary: £42,254 (equivalent to point 7.5 on the University Scale).
• Oxford University Weighting Payment: An additional £1,730 per annum, pensionable, paid in equal monthly installments.
• Pro-rated salary for part-time appointments.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

This fellowship is ideal for:

• Early career researchers in psychology.
• Candidates who have recently completed or are near completing a PhD.
• Scholars aiming to establish an independent research profile.
• Individuals seeking a supportive and prestigious academic environment.

Additional Requirements:

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Strong research potential.
• A clear academic vision.
• The ability to contribute meaningfully to their field.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 21 May, 2026.
• Interested applicants can apply via the official application website.

🌐 Opportunity Application

For more details, visit the official St John's College Oxford website.

• The annual salary is equivalent to point 7.5 on the University Scale (currently £42,254)
• Plus a pensionable £1,730 per annum Oxford University Weighting payment which will be paid in equal monthly instalments and pro-rated for part time appointments.