Guardian Trust Early Career Fellowship – Australia

To improve survival and quality of life for people with brain cancer, they need the most talented and brilliant minds in this field receiving the essential stability and support they need to succeed. As such, the Foundation is proud to announce the inaugural Guardian Trust Early Career Fellowship—valued at $575,000 across five years. This marks a significant milestone as the first-ever 5-year grant offered by the Foundation, showcasing the commitment to making a tangible impact in the fight against brain cancer.

The Guardian Trust Early Career Fellowship aims to empower the next generation of promising researchers. By fostering their dedication to tackling the complexities of brain cancer, the Foundation aims to fortify the landscape of early career research within Australia. This synergy will generate fresh perspectives and groundbreaking solutions, paving the path for the development of novel, innovative treatments that hold the promise of hope and brighter futures for Australian brain cancer patients and their families.

It is expected that Fellows undertake a significant piece of publishable work during their tenure that will lead to a more permanent position within the brain cancer research field.

Funding Information

• The Guardian Trust Early Career Fellowship will offer grants-in-aid of up to $115,000 per year for five years. This includes up to $100,000 salary (depending on experience and academic level), $10,000 for research consumables and $5,000 for travel and conferences per year.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must:
  • Be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the award.
  • Undertake research at an Australian institution.
  • Have been awarded their PhD within the last six years. Note: the start date should be taken from the date the PhD thesis was passed, not the date of degree conferral. Consideration will also be given to final year PhD students, whose PhD will be submitted by December 2024 and approved before Fellowship begins in early 2025.
  • Not concurrently hold a Fellowship from another funding body.
  • Have a proven track record of research but have not held an established academic appointment.

For more information, visit Cure Brain Cancer Foundation.