Eligibility

Selection process

There are 75 places over 3 cohorts available for the academic year 2025-26, there is no cost associated with participation.

The selection process will be structured to achieve proportional representation across departments and a 1:2 ratio of professional services and academic leaders. As places are limited, efforts will be made to select applicants who have had fewer leadership development opportunities, and partial randomisation may also be used.

The ILP is open to anyone in the Medical Sciences Division who fits the eligibility criteria or that can demonstrate equivalent experience, however we are keen to receive applications from those who are under-represented in leadership roles. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria but would still like to apply, please outline your alternative experience in the application form.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility criteria for academic leaders:

• A minimum of 5 years’ line management experience in a research context or similar
• Completed supervision of 3 or more doctoral students or postdoctoral researchers
• Experience supporting group members to independence or similar progression
• Active contribution to your department/division, for example through working groups or committees
• Availability for programme dates

Eligibility criteria for professional services leaders:

• A minimum of 5 years’ line management experience
• Demonstrable responsibility for the strategic direction of your area and influence over the culture of your department or unit
• Involvement in research or support for those conducting research
• Availability for programme dates

As there are a limited number of places, efforts will be made to select applicants who have had fewer leadership development opportunities. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria but would still like to apply, please outline your alternative experience and how you would like to be considered.