Applications for the 2015 Science and Technology Facilities Council, Public Engagement Fellowships are now open.
The aim of the scheme is to contribute to the STFC’s Public Engagement Programme by investing in good communicators with research credibility. They will act as champions or ambassadors for STFC’s science, technology, engineering and mathematics (‘STEM’) work to schools, the media or public audiences. The scheme is open to STFC grant funded researchers or facility users in the UK or abroad
The closing date for Applications : 26th February 2015 at 4pm
There is a two-stage process. Short-listed applicants will be interviewed in April/May 2015, and funding decisions would be known very soon after interviews.
Fellowships are normally given in the form of research grants to approved Research Organisations eligible to hold research grants.
For further details on the scheme and how to apply please go to: http://www.stfc.ac.uk/1840.aspx
Applicants are also encouraged to telephone the STFC Public Engagement team for further information: Dr Neville Hollingworth Public Engagement Manager Polaris House North Star Avenue Swindon SN2 1SZ e: neville.hollingworth@stfc.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1793 442175