Innovation & Enterprise Fellowship Programme (IFP)
The Singapore NRF Fellowship provides opportunities for early career researchers to carry out independent research in Singapore over a five-year period. It is open to all areas of science and technology, and outstanding young scientists and researchers of all nationalities are welcome to apply. NRF aims to develop a strong science research and manpower base in Singapore. Each Fellow is provided with a research grant to support projects that exhibit high likelihood of a research breakthrough. Appointees are offered tenure-track faculty positions at Singapore-based universities and research institutions, including the Research Centres of Excellence.
Eligibility Criteria
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Early career researchers (early stage of research career)
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Open to all nationalities
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Open to all areas of science and technology
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Must demonstrate high likelihood of a research breakthrough
How to Apply
1. NRF invites applications once a year 2. Three-step selection process: Longlisting by host institutions, Shortlisting, Final selection with interview 3. Check IGMS (Integrated Grant Management System) at https://www.researchgrant.gov.sg/ for current call 4. Detailed guidelines available on IGMS
Claims and Disbursement
Stipend is administered through the IFP partner organisation for the duration of the fellowship.
Frequently Asked Questions
NRF invites applications once a year.
Three-step process: longlisting by host institutions, shortlisting, and final interview by NRF Fellowship Evaluation Panel.
Yes, Fellows receive tenure-track faculty positions at Singapore-based universities and research institutions.
All nationalities are welcome to apply — not limited to Singaporeans.
All areas of science and technology.
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