Call for Concept Notes: OMT New Frontiers Research Award 2024 (up to R1.5 million)

The Oppenheimer Memorial Trust (OMT) New Frontiers Research Award is a prestigious accolade designed to acknowledge and support the efforts of visionary early-to-mid-career researchers who are dedicated to advancing their fields and strengthening the South African academic community. This award seeks to identify and reward researchers who demonstrate exceptional potential and ambition in their work, aiming to build and lead high-performance research teams that contribute significantly to their disciplines. By providing these researchers with substantial support, the award grants them the freedom and flexibility to pursue their research goals without being hindered by bureaucratic constraints. This empowerment enables them to focus on producing groundbreaking work and achieving notable advancements in their areas of expertise. The ultimate aim of the OMT New Frontiers Research Award is to facilitate an environment where significant research can thrive, helping awardees gain international recognition for their contributions. In doing so, the award not only supports the professional growth of individual researchers but also enhances the global standing and impact of the South African academic and research landscape.

Award of  Frontiers Research Award

• This is a five-year award, with a monetary value of R1.5 million per annum.

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Eligibility for Frontiers Research Award

• Open to anyone who wants to pursue research at a recognised research institution based in South Africa.
• They encourage applications from all disciplines.
• They are looking to back forward-thinking innovative individuals with a clearly defined research vision, who want to build a team around them to perform cutting-edge research.
• You need to be committed to collaboration and have a proven research track record combined with leadership experience.
• The research must have relevance not only to South Africa, but also regionally or globally.

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Application

Only applications submitted via the application portal will be considered. No incomplete or emailed submissions will be accepted. Finalist candidates should be available for interviews in early 2025. Awards are made at the discretion of the Trustees.

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