Supporting early career researchers
A programme to help support the career development of the next generation of researchers.
An early career researcher (ECRs) is someone that has not yet transitioned to an independent researcher with a permanent research post, including both clinical and non-clinical researchers.
We aim to support conference attendance and networking, personal development, provision of access to expert advice from Kidney Research UK staff, patient and public involvement and engagement, and commercial partnerships.
What the programme includes:
- Virtual and in-person opportunities for networking, personal development and skills building
- Access to an online ECR networking group
- Support from the Kidney Research UK team.
How to get involved
Driving Discoveries 2025
Join us for our two-day conference to bring the renal community together.
Start networking
Join our closed Facebook group to network with early career research peers.
Get funding
Find out about the grants we have available and how to apply.
Get our Research Roundup email
Hear about the latest opportunities for researchers - including funding opportunities, conferences, plus the latest research.
Got a question? Get in touch.
Contact us with any queries or for help with research grants, informal advice on applications, public and patient involvement and engagement or communications.