Successful Global Talent Visa Endorsement for Clinical Researcher under UKRI Endorsed Funder Path
13.06.2025
Co-author: Michael Carter.
We are pleased to announce the successful endorsement of a clinical researcher under the Global Talent Visa (UKRI Endorsed Funder Path)—a streamlined immigration route designed to attract world-leading talent to the UK research sector.
The applicant, a qualified medical doctor and PhD holder, from Ukraine, has recently been appointed to a part-time Research Fellow position at a leading UK university. The role is funded through a substantial research grant from a UKRI-endorsed funder, focusing on the investigation of inflammation as a potential trigger for brain haemorrhage in cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA).
The researcher’s appointment began in 2025 and is based within a department known for its pioneering work in translational neuroscience and clinical neurology. They are working under the direct supervision of a senior academic and are contributing essential expertise to ensure the successful delivery of the project.
As part of the visa application, a formal letter of support was issued confirming the following:
- The applicant has formally accepted the research post.
- The position is based in a department aligned with the scope of the funded grant.
- At least one year remains on the employment contract.
- The research work is directly supported by a grant from a UKRI-endorsed funder.
- The applicant’s contributions are essential to the execution of the grant.
This successful case highlights the effectiveness of the Global Talent Visa – Endorsed Funder Pathway in facilitating the recruitment of international researchers who bring valuable skills to the UK’s research landscape. It also underscores the UK’s ongoing commitment to supporting high-impact research through international collaboration.
We extend our congratulations and look forward to the impactful contributions this researcher will make in advancing clinical understanding and treatment innovation in neurovascular health.
