The Migration and Interdisciplinary Global Studies (MIGS) research network at the School of Sociology and Criminology, Manchester Metropolitan University is inviting expressions of interest from early career researchers to develop applications for the Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship.
About the Opportunity
This fellowship provides early career scholars with the opportunity to conduct independent research while collaborating with leading academics in an interdisciplinary environment. MIGS offers a supportive platform for developing high-quality, globally relevant research proposals.
About the Research Network
The MIGS team brings together expertise in:
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Migration, mobilities, and diasporas
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Global justice and environmental justice
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Youth, education, and social inclusion
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Collaborative and creative research methods
Proposals are welcome in any of these thematic areas.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria for the Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship (see details here). Typically, candidates should have:
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A doctoral degree or be close to its completion.
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A strong track record of independent research and publications.
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Research interests aligned with MIGS themes.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should email their expression of interest to migs@mmu.ac.uk before the internal deadline of 3 November.
This is a valuable opportunity for emerging scholars to collaborate with leading researchers — including Benjamin Bowman, Benedicte Brahic, Dr. Nazneen Ismail, Sarah Linn, and Daniel Marshall — and to advance research on migration, justice, and global transformations
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