Loughborough University invites applications for up to 10 Vice-Chancellor Independent Research Fellowships, designed for outstanding early career researchers who wish to develop an independent research agenda. The fellowships provide a competitive salary (£34,866 per year), a dedicated academic mentor, specialist fellowship advice, and comprehensive training and development support. Fellows will be expected to submit applications for externally funded research fellowships. Applications are open to all academic fields relevant to the university’s research focus, with a particular welcome for candidates from diverse backgrounds or those at risk due to conflict. The fellowship duration is 2 years, and the deadline for applications is 2 December 2024