The ESRC research priority in mental health seeks to highlight the vital role social science research can play in addressing the challenges around mental health for society, communities and individuals.

The ESRC Mental Health Leadership Fellow will play a vital role in championing the role of the social sciences in mental health research, and in the continuing development of the ESRC research priority area.

Funding of up to £620,000 (full economic costing) can be requested over the duration of the award to cover both the Fellows time, costs of the associated programme of leadership activities and the Fellows own ‘beacon’ research project.

For more information and details of how to apply please see the ESRC website.