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Apply for a Career Continuity Grant

Key dates

2026 Career Continuity Grant applications are currently closed.

Wednesday August 2026
Midnight (start of day)

Applications open

Friday October 2026
Midnight (end of day)

Applications close

By mid November 2026

Applicants notified

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Review the grant guidelines

    • Read the guidelines, eligibility criteria and frequently asked questions
    • Discuss your intention to apply with your supervisor and if relevant, your local HR Business Partner.
  2. Prepare your application

    MDHS Career Continuity Grant applications are currently closed.

    Respond to the prompts about your research vision (200 words each), including:

    • your research achievements and the impact you have in your field
    • your leadership success and/or potential as a leader
    • how the grant can help sustain your career trajectory
    • how the grant mitigates the impact of parental leave on your research momentum
    • performance relative to opportunity (if applicable)

    Attach supporting files:

    • Current CV (4 pages)
    • Research Plan: An overview of the proposed project in alignment with the Faculty Strategy (1 page)

    The online application form enforces word limits and please adhere to the page limits for attached files

  3. Application checklist

    Submit your application online:

    • Check you meet the eligibility criteria
    • Discuss your intention to apply with your supervisor
    • Finalise your application on SmartyGrants
    • All applications are confidential.