Industrial Future Fellowship 2027 in Australia | Fully Funded
The Future Fellowship supports mid-career researchers with salary and research funding in Australia. Learn about eligibility, benefits, and the application process.
Overview
The Industrial Future Fellowship 2027 is a four-year fellowship scheme offered by the Australian Research Council (ARC) to support outstanding mid-career researchers. Administered through eligible Australian universities or research organisations, the scheme funds high-quality research that delivers national or international benefits. Applicants cannot apply directly to the ARC; an eligible Australian administering organisation must support and submit the application on the applicant's behalf.
Benefits
- Salary support for four years at one of three ARC Future Fellow salary levels.
- Up to AUD 60,000 per year in non-salary research funding (totalling up to AUD 240,000 over four years).
- Funding for research personnel, equipment, related costs, travel, and fieldwork.
- Opportunities to collaborate with Australian research institutions.
Eligibility
- Possess a strong research track record and demonstrate research leadership.
- Show capacity for research training and mentoring.
- Propose a high-quality, innovative research project with national or international benefits.
- Meet the PhD and career-stage requirements outlined in the 2027 guidelines.
- Stay within the maximum limit of three Future Fellowship attempts.
- Secure an eligible Australian organisation willing to sponsor and administer the fellowship.
How to Apply
Applicants must coordinate with an eligible Australian institution before submitting through the official channels. Follow these steps to begin your application:
- Review your eligibility against the official Future Fellowships 2027 guidelines.
- Identify and choose an Australian university or research group that aligns with your research focus.
- Contact the prospective host team with your CV and research concept to discuss your project.
- Create or update your profile within the ARC Research Management System (RMS).
- Collaborate with your chosen Australian administering organisation to finalize and submit your proposal.
Deadline
The application deadline for the Future Fellowships 2027 round is 6 November 2026.