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Advancing your Research Career

Application Process

Applications are now open for this Programme.

Applications close:  12 pm (midday), Monday 19 January 2026

Application Form

Application checklist:

1. Review programme requirements and time commitments
2. Identify mentor – Find a mentor who has agreed to act as mentor and note that the application form requires you to upload a confirmation email of agreement from your mentor so you will need to obtain this in advance of the closing date. 
3. Complete application form – the form cannot be started, saved and returned to for completion, so you must complete the application form in one take.  A preview of this form is available here, if you wish to view the questions in advance of completing the form.
4. Submit your form by 12 pm (midday), Monday 19 January 2026.  When you submit you should click "send email confirmation" and this will give you access to the application form to view later.  Application Forms cannot be amended.

If you have any queries or need assistance, please email staff.dev@tcd.ie

Applicants will be notified by 21 January 2026, with the programme kicking off on 27 January 2026.