Cardiovascular Elite Postdoctoral Researcher Grants - 2026 Call 1
Up to A$1,000,000
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Recruit high-performing cardiovascular researchers to NSW and support a substantial research programme. This call covers the postdoctoral stream; it is an institution-led research grant rather than a personal fellowship.
Eligibility
Career stage: Not specified
Institution applies
Covers: Up to AUD 1 million over three to five years for salaries, research costs, equipment and clinician backfill. Hosts or partners must contribute cash worth at least 50% of the grant plus support in kind. Overheads and capital works are excluded.
Host location: Australia
The nominated researcher must currently live and work interstate or overseas, then relocate to NSW for the award. Current NSW residents are ineligible.
Nationality or residence: Australian citizenship, permanent residency or a suitable full-term work visa is required.
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Reviewed 2026-09-24. Check the funder’s full conditions before applying.
Eligible NSW organisations nominate researchers with up to 15 postdoctoral years and evidence of research leadership and successful grant funding. Hosts may submit at most two postdoctoral applications per financial year.
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