British Council ISPF Early Career Fellowship

Leeds, Yorkshire

University of Leeds
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British Council ISPF Early Career Fellowship (Egypt)

Call for Early Career Researchers (ECRs) from Egypt to apply for the British Council's International Strategic Partnership Fund (ISFP) Early Career Fellowship scheme, hosted by the University of Leeds, School of Dentistry.

The International Science Partnerships Fund promotes research and innovation as key components of our international relationships, supporting UK researchers and innovators to collaborate globally on major themes such as planet, health, technology, and talent.

This fellowship will be hosted by the University of Leeds, School of Dentistry.

Overview of the Role

The British Council is sponsoring three Early Career Research Fellows from Egypt to be hosted by the School of Dentistry at the University of Leeds. They will participate in a research programme focused on advanced scientific projects.

Fellows will be assigned to one of the following research projects based on their expertise:

  1. Stem Cell Characterisation in Health and Disease (2 positions available)
  2. Development and Characterisation of an Alternative Antimicrobial Biomaterial for Regenerative Dentistry Applications (1 position available)

The fellowship offers a collaborative environment with opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking research and develop careers. Fellows will receive a comprehensive lab induction and initial training.

What we offer in return

  • 26 days holiday plus approximately 16 bank holidays (including Christmas), totaling 42 days annually.
  • Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our campus gym, featuring a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
  • Personal Development: Access to courses through our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, including languages, creative writing, wellbeing therapies, and more.
  • Additional benefits include on-site childcare, shopping discounts, and travel schemes.

And much more.

For further information or inquiries, please contact:

Dr Reem El-Gendy, Lecturer of Oral Biosciences

Date Posted: 11 May 2025
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