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The SSA invests in careers in addiction science through master’s bursaries, salary support to develop doctorate and post-doctorate research proposals, PhD studentships, and fellowships. Find out more about schemes opening soon.
PhD studentships opening 27 May 2026
The purpose of a PhD is to advance knowledge within a specific field. During the course of a PhD, you will design and conduct your own research, write a thesis, publish papers in peer-reviewed journals, and ultimately become a subject-matter expert.
On 27 May 2026, the SSA will invite applications for PhD studentships, which will include a stipend, tuition fees, and research and training costs. There are several different sources of funding in this round, so the eligibility criteria is broad. All applicants should demonstrate that their research supports the mission of the SSA to advance the scientific understanding of addictive products and behaviours and the use of this knowledge in policy and practice.
The SSA would also like to encourage PhD studentship applications for funding through the Addiction Healthcare Goals flagship research leadership programme. To be eligible for this, you should propose research that focuses on alcohol or illicit drugs, shows a clear pathway to impact on addiction treatment, recovery, or reduction of addiction-related harms, and is innovative in terms of the subject, approach, or the intended impact.
Register your interest in applying for an SSA PhD studentship. Adding your name to the mailing list will get you access to get weekly updates, information, advice, and inspiration.
Fellowships opening 27 May 2026
The purpose of a fellowship is to shape your own research agenda. During the course of a fellowship, you will lead a programme of research, lead grant applications, and supervise junior researchers.
On 27 May 2026, the SSA will invite applications for fellowships, which will include a salary and research costs. All applicants should demonstrate that their research supports the mission of the SSA to advance the scientific understanding of addictive products and behaviours and the use of this knowledge in policy and practice.
The SSA would also like to encourage fellowship applications for funding through the Addiction Healthcare Goals flagship research leadership programme. To be eligible for this, you should propose research that focuses on alcohol or illicit drugs, shows a clear pathway to impact on addiction treatment, recovery, or reduction of addiction-related harms, and is innovative in terms of the subject, approach, or the intended impact.
Register your interest in applying for an SSA fellowship. Adding your name to the mailing list will get you access to get weekly updates, information, advice, and inspiration.
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