Call for Proposals: ERCL-GREAT Scheme (UK)

This grant programme supports ambitious, high-quality research proposals submitted by external researchers who wish to join the ERCL academic environment in London.

Focus Areas

• The current call is open to projects in the following strategic areas:
  • Economics and Business Studies
  • Psychological and Learning Sciences

Funding Information

• Annual funding: Up to £ 180,000 per project
• Project duration: 4 to 5 years

Eligibility Criteria

• The ERCL-GREAT scheme is intended for researchers who are establishing or consolidating their independent research careers and who demonstrate the potential to become future leaders in their field.
• Applicants are expected to:
  • Hold a PhD awarded within the past 10 years (extensions apply for parental or caregiving responsibilities)
  • Have a proven record of research excellence, demonstrated through high-quality publications, invited presentations, or contributions to international research activities
  • Show the ability to develop and lead an original, ambitious, and methodologically sound research agenda
  • Demonstrate independence and scientific maturity, including experience in collaborative and interdisciplinary research environments
  • Provide evidence of prior engagement with competitive research funding (as applicant or team member)
  • Submit a proposal that aligns with ERCL’s strategic goals and demonstrates strong academic and/or societal impact
  • Note: The 10-year eligibility window may be extended in accordance with ERCL policy, for example to account for maternity, parental leave, or long-term caregiving responsibilities.
• The call is open exclusively to external candidates.

Ineligibility Criteria

• Individuals who currently hold, or have recently held, an employment contract with ERCL or with the European Research University (its founder) are not eligible to apply.

Evaluation Criteria

• All proposals will be evaluated by an independent international expert panel composed of established researchers with recognised subject-specific expertise.
• The panel will assess applications based on scientific excellence, feasibility, and alignment with ERCL’s mission.

For more information, visit ERCL.