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

The International Science Partnerships Fund puts research and innovation at the heart of our international relationships, supporting UK researchers and innovators to work with peers around the world on the major themes of our time: planet, health, tech and talent. 

This fellowship opportunity 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 join a research programme focused on advanced scientific projects. 

The 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 dynamic and collaborative environment, providing fellows with opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking research and develop their careers. The Early Career Researchers will receive a comprehensive lab induction and initial training to support them in their roles.

What we offer in return

26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year! Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Dr Reem El-Gendy, Lecturer of Oral Biosciences

Email: r.el-gendy@leeds.ac.uk

Closing Date: 30 Jun 2025

Section: Research

Salary: per annum depending on experience