2013 Anne McLaren Fellowships for International Students in UK, China and Malaysia

 Closing Date 7 November 2012

 Applications are invited for The University of Nottingham Anne McLaren Fellowships, which are targeted at exceptional female scientists and engineers who are typically under-represented in these subjects, and wish to establish a research career in the UK. The Fellowships are offered in a range of academic units at the University of Nottingham and provide a recognised first step into an independent research career. The Fellowships funded by the University of Nottingham’s Research Board and will commence in October 2013.

2013 Anne McLaren Fellowships for International Students in UK, China and Malaysia Details
Scholarship Criteria	Candidates must have submitted a PhD (viva does not need to have taken place) and have had no more than four years full-time postdoctoral experience by 1 October 2012. Career breaks such as maternity leave, EU national service and Voluntary Service Overseas can be discounted but teaching experience and/or time spent in industry since the award of a PhD should be included in the total amount of postdoctoral experience.Part-time appointments would be considered on a pro-rata basis. Individuals who have been promised or already have a permanent position are considered to have achieved the aims of the scheme already and will not be eligible. The scheme is designed to offer support and flexibility.
Field of Study	Research in Science, Engineering, Geography and Medicine.
Scholarship Package	-Three years independent funding, starting October 2013, to conduct research while based at the University of Nottingham: UK; China; Malaysia. -The linking of the Fellowship to an indefinite academic post, subject to performance against a high quality threshold. -The opportunity to apply for additional funding for research costs, up to £25,000 per annum -Additional childcare costs of up to £5,000 per annum where appropriate -The opportunity to spend periods of time at other University of Nottingham Campuses. -Participation in a mentoring scheme and career development programme.
How To Apply	For further general information about the scheme and the application process, please contact Rebecca Stokes by email rebecca.stokes@nottingham.ac.uk or on +441158467408.