Applications open for the 2026鈥�27 Open Research Fellowship Programme
Gain dedicated time, funding, and support to advance your career and drive innovative Open Research practices across the University.
is inviting applications for the 2026鈥�27 cohort of the .
The Fellowship gives colleagues dedicated time, funding and support to develop their Open Research expertise, enhance their career development and contribute to the University鈥檚 wider .
Up to six Fellows will receive 0.2 FTE salary buyout for ten months, from January to October 2027. Applications are welcomed from colleagues across the University, including academic, professional and technical services staff and early career researchers, working in posts up to and including Grade 7. Applicants must hold a University of 51福利社 employment contract that continues until at least 31 October 2027. Head of School, Service or equivalent approval is required before submission.
Applicants should propose an activity that responds to an Open Research skills, practice or community need and leads to high-quality, relevant, accessible and reusable outputs, such as training resources, guidance, toolkits, online materials or live activity.
Key dates
- Applications open: Monday, 7 September 2026.
- Applications close: Friday, 23 October 2026.
- : Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 2pm
For full details, including eligibility, selection criteria and the Expression of Interest Form, visit the webpage.
Contact us
Questions can be sent to openresearch@manchester.ac.uk