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JC STEM Early Career Research Fellowship

What is this?

The JC STEM Early Career Research Fellowship for Translation and Application provides comprehensive support and a unique opportunity to help them develop their research and innovation careers, expand their professional networks, and create social impact. The Research Grants Council of Hong Kong is a Partner Organisation of this Fellowship.

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Value of the Fellowship

What will you get?

Up to 10 Fellowships are awarded in each cohort. Each Fellowship lasts a maximum of four years, including an up to 12-month local industry attachment.

Funding over the Fellowship period will encompass:
(1) Stipend: Fellows will receive a stipend of up to $530,000 per annum for 3 years. Upon successful completion of the Fellowship, an additional 15% gratuity will be offered. 
(2) Academic Development and Exchange Allowance (up to $30,600 per annum for 3 years)
(3) Research Project Seed Funding (up to $300,000)
(4) Translational Research Industry Attachment Subsidy in an eligible local organisation (up to 50% of the salary, capped at $30,000 per month, for a maximum of 12 months, in addition to the three-year stipends)

Beyond financial benefits, the Fellowship offers exceptional opportunities for cross-cultural exchange and collaboration, contributing knowledge locally and globally.

Stripend

3 Years

Up to $530K per year

Academic Development and Exchange Allowance

3 Years

Up to $30.6K per year

Research Project Seed Funding

Up to $300K per year

Translational Research Industry Attachment

Up to $30K per year

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Panel Member

Our expert review panel

The selection process for the Fellowship involves an international expert review panel, which is comprised of renowned STEM scholars and translational research experts.

Start the application process

If you would like to apply, please read the application guidelines or contact staff at your university.

See application guidelines