How to Apply

Eligibility

Applications are invited from talented early- to mid- career researchers, with at least three years’ postdoctoral research experience (or equivalent), in any discipline, working in Wales either

  • at a Welsh university; or
  • in research and development in business, industry or the public sector.

How do I apply?

Please complete an application form and return to welshcrucible@cf.ac.uk by midnight on Sunday March 10th 2013.  Applications will not be accepted after this date.  Selection will be based entirely upon the content of your application form and we are unable to accept CVs or other supporting information.  Please return your completed form as a Microsoft Word document (and not as a pdf).  The application form contains further guidance for applicants.

How will participants be selected?

Participants will be selected through a competitive process based on their written applications. In selecting participants, the panel will be looking for excellent researchers who are innovative and creative thinkers, have an interest in interdisciplinary research and a commitment to thinking about the impact of their work and to communicating their research beyond the academy. Successful applicants will already have a high level of achievement in their field and an ongoing commitment to a career in research in Wales (within academia or beyond).

Apply Now

The call for applications for the 2013 Welsh Crucible is now open. To apply, please complete the application form and submit to welshcrucible@cf.ac.uk. Applications will not be accepted after March 10th 2013.
Application Form

Selection Criteria

  • Excellence in research
  • An interest and experience in interdisciplinary research
  • Creative and innovative thinking
  • Interests outside basic research
  • Excellent communication skills
  • An ability to communicate your commitment to, and understanding of, Crucible’s mission.

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