JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship

The JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science) Postdoctoral Fellowship scheme provides the opportunity for excellent postdoctoral researchers to conduct cooperative research in Japan, with leading research groups in Japanese universities and other Japanese institutions, under the guidance of a host. The programme aims to help early career researchers advance their own research while contributing to the progress of research in Japan and counterpart countries. The Royal Society is an overseas nominating authority for this scheme, which is funded entirely by JSPS. In this capacity, the Royal Society nominates a designated number of candidates to JSPS each year. Fellowships can be held for between 12 and 24 months and provide comprehensive support including round-trip airfare, monthly maintenance allowance of 362,000 yen (approximately £1,900), settling-in allowance, overseas travel insurance, and access to Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research to cover cooperative research-related expenses.