Postdoctoral Research Associateships

Trinity Hall has a research associateship scheme that offers postdoctoral researchers admission into the MCR (Middle Combination Room which is for postgraduate students). These associateships (distinct from Junior Research Fellowships in terms of both duties and privileges) are available to researchers who have a contract within the University or a University-affiliated organisation. The scheme is intended to provide postdoctoral researchers the opportunity to take full advantage of the Cambridge collegiate system by offering associates full College and MCR membership.

A comprehensive description of the scheme is available via the Short Guide for Postdoctoral Research Associates (PDRA) below.

College Tours

There are two PDRA-led tours of the college for those interested in applying, on Monday 4 August and Saturday 23 August 2025 at 10am. We strongly encourage potential applicants to attend one of these tours. There will also be an online information session both for those who cannot attend a tour, and for those who have attended the tour but would like further information; this session will be online on Monday 1 September 2025 at 2pm.

You can sign-up for an event(s) via this form.

How to apply:

Please complete this online application form and attach the following supporting documentation:

a letter from your department or faculty confirming the length of your employment
a two-page CV which includes any publications

You can download a copy of an offline application form if you wish to review the questions in advance. However, please note that only online applications will be accepted.

Applications close on Monday 4 September 2025.

Read the Short Guide for Postdoctoral Research Associates Contact the Postgraduate Officer, Clare Kerr, with any queries.