Call for applications: 2026 UOM Early Career Researcher (ECR) Grants Scheme

The University of Melbourne’s Early Career Researcher (ECR) Grants scheme aims to support early career researchers (ECRs) to undertake high-quality research projects that strengthen their track record and build capability and competitiveness for future research funding applications. This scheme is a core part of the University’s research development strategy under Advancing Melbourne 2030 and Advancing Research 2030, which place a high priority on supporting researchers at the pivotal early career stage.

ECRs please note that the Faculty of Education has its own EOI process. Once shortlisted then a full application can be submitted. Please submit your draft application form (PDF copy generated in SmartyGrants) for review to foe-research@unimelb.edu.au by 20 February 2025.

For more information, including links to the Guidelines, FAQs, information webinar and SmartyGrants application form please visit the scheme website.

MERI is holding an information session for FoE applicants (academic level A to C) on Wednesday 5th February from 9:30am – 10:30am. The session will take place in the Dean’s board room (level 9) with a Zoom option available.

During the session, you will hear from two successful FoE ECR grant recipients, A/Prof Sonja Arndt and Dr Pauline Thompson, as they share their successful journeys, the challenges they overcame, and useful tips. MERI will also go through our internal processes.

If you plan to attend to session online, please see below Zoom details:

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