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Google PhD fellowship program

Google PhD Fellowships directly support graduate students as they pursue their PhD, as well as connect them to a Google Research Mentor.

Nurturing and maintaining strong relations with the academic community is a top priority at Google. The Google PhD Fellowship Program was created to recognize outstanding graduate students doing exceptional and innovative research in areas relevant to computer science and related fields. Fellowships support promising PhD candidates of all backgrounds who seek to influence the future of technology. Google’s mission is to foster inclusive research communities and encourage people of diverse backgrounds to apply. We currently offer fellowships in Africa, Australia, Canada, East Asia, Europe, India, Latin America, New Zealand, Southeast Asia and the United States.

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Application status, how to apply, research areas of focus, review criteria, award recipients.

Applications are currently closed.

Decisions for the 2024 application cycle will be announced via email in July 2024. Please check back in 2025 for details on future application cycles.

• Launch March 27, 2024
• Deadline May 8, 2024
• Winner selected by July 31, 2024

The details of each Fellowship vary by region. Please see our FAQ for eligibility requirements and application instructions.

PhD students must be nominated by their university. Applications should be submitted by an official representative of the university during the application window. Please see the FAQ for more information.

Australia and New Zealand

Canada and the United States

PhD students in Japan, Korea and Taiwan must be nominated by their university. After the university's nomination is completed, either an official representative of the university or the nominated students can submit applications during the application window. Please see the FAQ for more information.

India and Southeast Asia

PhD students apply directly during the application window. Please see the FAQ for more information.

Latin America

The 2024 application cycle is postponed. Please check back in 2025 for details on future application cycles.

Google PhD Fellowship students are a select group recognized by Google researchers and their institutions as some of the most promising young academics in the world. The Fellowships are awarded to students who represent the future of research in the fields listed below. Note that region-specific research areas will be listed in application forms during the application window.

Algorithms and Theory

Distributed Systems and Parallel Computing

Health and Bioscience

Human-Computer Interaction and Visualization

Machine Intelligence

Machine Perception

Natural Language Processing

Quantum Computing

Security, Privacy and Abuse Prevention

Software Engineering

Software Systems

Speech Processing

Applications are evaluated on the strength of the research proposal, research impact, student academic achievements, and leadership potential. Research proposals are evaluated for innovative concepts that are relevant to Google’s research areas, as well as aspects of robustness and potential impact to the field. Proposals should include the direction and any plans of where your work is going in addition to a comprehensive description of the research you are pursuing.

In Canada and the United States, East Asia and Latin America, essay responses are evaluated in addition to application materials to determine an overall recommendation.

What does the Google PhD Fellowship include?

Students receive named Fellowships which include a monetary award. The funds are given directly to the university to be distributed to cover the student’s expenses and stipend as appropriate. In addition, the student will be matched with a Google Research Mentor. There is no employee relationship between the student and Google as a result of receiving the fellowship. The award does not preclude future eligibility for internships or employment opportunities at Google, nor does it increase the chances of obtaining them. If students wish to apply for a job at Google, they are welcome to apply for jobs and go through the same hiring process as any other person.

• Up to 3 year Fellowship
• US $12K to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel
• Google Research Mentor
• 1 year Fellowship
• AUD $15K to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel
• Up to 2 year Fellowship (effective from 2024 for new recipients)
• Full tuition and fees (enrollment fees, health insurance, books) plus a stipend to be used for living expenses, travel and personal equipment
• US $10K to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel
• Yearly bursary towards stipend / salary, health care, social benefits, tuition and fees, conference travel and personal computing equipment. The bursary varies by country.

Early-stage PhD students

• Up to 4 year Fellowship
• US $50K to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Late-stage PhD students

• US $10K to recognise research contributions, cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel
• US $15K per year to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Southeast Asia

• US $10K per year for up to 3 years (or up to graduation, whichever is earlier) to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel

Is my university eligible for the PhD Fellowship Program?

Africa, Australia/New Zealand , Canada, East Asia, Europe and the United States : universities must be an accredited research institution that awards research degrees to PhD students in computer science (or an adjacent field).

India, Latin America and Southeast Asia : applications are open to universities/institutes in India, Latin America (excluding Cuba), and in eligible Southeast Asian countries/regions (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam).

Restrictions : All award payments and recipients will be reviewed for compliance with relevant US and international laws, regulations and policies. Google reserves the right to withhold funding that may violate laws, regulations or our policies.

What are the eligibility requirements for students?

All regions

• Students must remain enrolled full-time in the PhD program for the duration of the Fellowship or forfeit the award.
• Google employees, and their spouses, children, and members of their household are not eligible.
• Students that are already supported by a comparable industry award are not eligible. Government or non-profit organization funding is exempt.
• Past awardees from the PhD Fellowship program are not eligible to apply again.
• Grant of the Fellowship does not mean admission to a PhD program. The awardee must separately apply and be accepted to a PhD program in computer science (or an adjacent field) at an eligible institution.
• Grant of the Fellowship will be subject to the rules and guidelines applicable in the institution where the awardee registers for the PhD program.

Nominated students in Africa, Australia and New Zealand, Canada and the United States, East Asia and Europe.

Universities should only nominate students that meet the following requirements:

• Africa: Incoming PhD students are eligible to apply, but the Fellowship award shall be contingent on the awardee registering for a full-time PhD program in computer science (or an adjacent field) within the academic award year of the Fellowship award, or the award shall be forfeited.
• Australia and New Zealand : early-stage students enrolled in the first or second year of their PhD (no requirement for completion of graduate coursework by the academic award year).
• Canada and the United States : students who have completed graduate coursework in their PhD by the academic award year when the Fellowship begins.
• East Asia: students who have completed most of graduate coursework in their PhD by the academic award year when the Fellowship begins. Students should have sufficient time for research projects after receiving a fellowship.
• Europe: Students enrolled at any stage of their PhD are eligible to apply.

Direct applicant students in India, Latin America and Southeast Asia

• Latin America : incoming or early stage-students enrolled in the first or second year of their PhD (no requirement for completion of graduate coursework by the academic award year).

What should be included in an application? What language should the application be in?

All application materials should be submitted in English.

For each student nomination, the university will be asked to submit the following material in a single, flat (not portfolio) PDF file:

• Student CV with links to website and publications (if available)
• Short (1-page) resume/CV of the student's primary PhD program advisor
• Available transcripts (mark sheets) starting from first year/semester of Bachelor's degree to date
• Research proposal (maximum 3 pages, excluding references)
• 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the nominee''s work (at least one from the thesis advisor for current PhD students)
• Student essay response (350-word limit) to: What impact would receiving this Fellowship have on your education? Describe any circumstances affecting your need for a Fellowship and what educational goals this Fellowship will enable you to accomplish.
• Transcripts of current and previous academic records
• 1-2 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the nominee's work (at least one from the thesis advisor)

Canada, East Asia, the United States

• Cover sheet signed by the Department Chair confirming the student passes eligibility requirements. (See FAQ "What are the eligibility requirements for students?")
• Short (1-page) CV of the student's primary advisor
• 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the nominee's work (at least one from the thesis advisor)
• Research / dissertation proposal (maximum 3 pages, excluding references)
• Student essay response (350-word limit) to: Describe the desired impact your research will make on the field and society, and why this is important to you. Include any personal, educational and/or professional experiences that have motivated your research interests.
• Student essay response (350-word limit) to: Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes or contributed to group efforts over time. (A leadership role can mean more than just a title. It can mean being a mentor to others, acting as the person in charge of a specific task, or taking the lead role in organizing an event or project. Think about what you accomplished and what you learned from the experience. What were your responsibilities? Did you lead a team? How did your experience change your perspective on leading others? Did you help to resolve an important dispute at your school, church, in your community or an organization? And your leadership role doesn’t necessarily have to be limited to school activities. For example, do you help out or take care of your family?)

Students will need the following documents in a single, flat (not portfolio) PDF file in order to complete an application (in English only):

• Student applicant’s resume with links to website and publications (if available)
• Short (one-page) resume/CV of the student applicant's primary PhD program advisor
• 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the applicant's work (at least one from the thesis advisor for current PhD students)
• Applicant's essay response (350-word limit) to: Describe the desired impact your research will make on the field and society, and why this is important to you. Include any personal, educational and/or professional experiences that have motivated your research interests.
• Applicant's essay response (350-word limit) to: What are your long-term goals for your pathway in computing research, and how would receiving the Google PhD Fellowship help you progress toward those goals in the short-term?

How do I apply for the PhD Fellowship Program? Who should submit the applications? Can students apply directly for a Fellowship?

Check the eligibility and application requirements in your region before applying. Submission forms are available on this page when the application period begins.

India, Latin America and Southeast Asia: students may apply directly during the application period.

Africa, Australia, Canada, East Asia, Europe, New Zealand, and the United States : students cannot apply directly to the program; they must be nominated by an eligible university during the application period.

How many students may each university nominate?

India, Latin America and Southeast Asia : applications are open directly to students with no limit to the number of students that can apply from a university.

Australia and New Zealand : universities may nominate up to two eligible students.

Canada and the United States : Universities may nominate up to four eligible students. We encourage nominating students with diverse backgrounds especially those from historically marginalized groups in the field of computing. If more than two students are nominated then we strongly encourage additional nominees who self-identify as a woman, Black / African descent, Hispanic / Latino / Latinx, Indigenous, and/or a person with a disability.

Africa, East Asia and Europe : Universities may nominate up to three eligible students. We encourage nominating students with diverse backgrounds especially those from historically marginalized groups in the field of computing. If more than two students are nominated then we strongly encourage the additional nominee who self-identifies as a woman.

*Applications are evaluated on merit. Please see FAQ for details on how applications are evaluated.

How are applications evaluated?

In Canada and the United State, East Asia and Latin America, essay responses are evaluated in addition to application materials to determine an overall recommendation.

A nominee's status as a member of a historically marginalized group is not considered in the selection of award recipients.

Research should align with Google AI Principles .

Incomplete proposals will not be considered.

How are Google PhD Fellowships given?

Any monetary awards will be paid directly to the Fellow's university for distribution. No overhead should be assessed against them.

What are the intellectual property implications of a Google PhD Fellowship?

Fellowship recipients are not subject to intellectual property restrictions unless they complete an internship at Google. If that is the case, they are subject to the same intellectual property restrictions as any other Google intern.

Will the Fellowship recipients become employees of Google?

No, Fellowship recipients do not become employees of Google due to receiving the award. The award does not preclude future eligibility for internships or employment opportunities at Google, nor does it increase the chances of obtaining them. If they are interested in working at Google, they are welcome to apply for jobs and go through the same hiring process as any other person.

Can Fellowship recipients also be considered for other Google scholarships?

Yes, Fellowship recipients are eligible for these scholarships .

After award notification, when do the Google PhD Fellowships begin?

After Google PhD Fellowship recipients are notified, the Fellowship is effective starting the following school year.

What is the program application time period?

Applications for the 2024 program will open in March 2024 and close in May 2024 for all regions. Refer to the main Google PhD Fellowship Program page for each region’s application details.

A global awards announcement will be made in September on the Google Research Blog publicly announcing all award recipients.

How can I ask additional questions?

Due to the volume of emails we receive, we may not be able to respond to questions where the answer is available on the website. If your question has not been answered by a FAQ, email:

Africa: [email protected]

Australia and New Zealand: [email protected]

Canada and the United States: [email protected]

East Asia: [email protected]

Europe: [email protected]

India: [email protected]

Latin America: [email protected]

Southeast Asia: [email protected]

See past PhD Fellowship recipients.

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The Stanford GSB Research Fellows Program is a two-year, fully-funded predoctoral program that provides a diverse set of fellows with the opportunity to gain research experience and preparation for doctoral studies in business or related fields.

We believe that the keys to strengthening and diversifying the pool of PhD students — and eventually, the faculty pipeline — are the close mentoring relationships and practical research experience that this fellowship provides.

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Microsoft Research PhD Fellowship

Region: Global

For eligible students at universities globally pursuing research aligned to Microsoft Research areas of focus.

Update : Microsoft Research has paused our call for proposals/nominations for the 2023 calendar year. We are exploring new avenues to invest in our academic partnerships and bring together students and researchers to collaborate, share knowledge, and pursue new research directions.

To learn more about the recently announced Microsoft Research AI & Society Fellows program , uniting eminent scholars and experts to collaborate on research at the intersection of AI and society, visit our program page .

The Microsoft Research PhD Fellowship is a global program that identifies and empowers the next generation of exceptional computing research talent. Microsoft recognizes the value of diversity in computing and aims to increase the pipeline of talent receiving advanced degrees in computing-related fields to build a stronger and inclusive computing-related research community. We currently offer PhD fellowships in Asia-Pacific, Canada and the United States, EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa), Latin America, Australia and New Zealand.

Over the last two decades, the Microsoft Research PhD Fellowship program has supported over 700 fellows around the world, many of whom have gone on to work at Microsoft. Others have gone on to perform pioneering research elsewhere within the technology industry or accept faculty appointments at leading universities.

See your region for details, instructions, and answers to common questions.

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• Australia & New Zealand
• Canada & United States
• Middle East
• Latin America

We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and celebrate individuality. We invite and encourage candidates to come as they are and do what they love.

The Microsoft Research 2022 Global PhD Fellowship recipients were announced in October 2022. Meet all the 2022 PhD Fellowship recipients on our “ 2022 Fellows ” page or hear about what this opportunity means to a few PhD fellows from around the globe below.

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Postdoctoral Fellowships

Postdoctoral fellowships provide opportunities for talented early-career scholars to spend a dedicated period of time pursuing their research with access to Harvard’s world-renowned resources.

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​ The Postdoctoral Fellowship program invests in future leaders in academia—political scientists, anthropologists, historians, and humanists, among others—who generate big ideas that spark new conversations and deep insights about the region. 

Postdoctoral Fellows are selected on a highly competitive basis and serve a full-time, 9-month term in residence. During that period, we aim to give fellows an intellectual home where they have the time, space, and resources to pursue their research; a community where they can learn from one another; opportunities to engage with others at Harvard; and chances to contribute to the longer-term agenda of the Davis Center. 

During the fellowship, many postdoctoral fellows turn their manuscript into a book, present their research to the Davis Center community, and interact with colleagues at the Davis Center and academic departments at Harvard. As a fellow, you will encounter rich experiences and meaningful connections that will endure well beyond the fellowship year. Past postdoctoral fellows report that full access to Harvard Library  and the  Davis Center Collection at Fung Library  is invaluable to their research. 

Eligibility & Benefits

• 9-month, full time, in-residence fellowships 
• $48,750 stipend with an additional $2,500 research stipend
• Eligible for employee benefits (including subsidized health insurance)
• Eligible applicants will have completed their Ph.D. (or equivalent) between September 2019 and September 2024
• Research proposals must be on topics related to the studies of Russia and/or Eurasia

If you do not currently meet the eligibility requirements, consider applying for affiliation via the  Visiting Scholars program  or Center Associates program . 

How to Apply

Two fellowships are awarded annually: the Postdoctoral Fellowship in History and the Postdoctoral Fellowship in Literature and Culture.

The call for applications for AY 2024-2025 is now closed. Final decisions will be announced in late March 2024.

Current Postdoctoral Fellows

Learn more  about the current academic year's postdoctoral fellows and their research. 

Testimonials

The Davis Center community was fantastic. I am especially grateful to the graduate students and junior researchers who were there at the same time as me. It felt like a real community where we supported each other and helped each other with research questions, professional tips, etc. The Center's fellows gave incredibly helpful feedback when I gave my first mock job talks in the seminar. I co-organized a conference during my postdoc and the Davis Center staff went above and beyond in advising and offering administrative support. Also the Davis Center offices are beautiful and very conducive to working!

Ania Aizman

Postdoctoral Fellow in Literature and Culture, 2017–2018

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Predoctoral Research Fellowship Opportunities

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The SIEPR/Economics Predoctoral Research Fellows program offers a full-time one to two-year immersive research experience for post-baccalaureate individuals interested in pursuing advanced degrees and careers in economics, public policy, and related fields. Predoctoral research fellows (“predocs”) work with one or two SIEPR faculty mentors on research projects and have the opportunity to enroll in Stanford undergraduate and graduate level courses. Predocs additionally participate in a variety of professional development and social activities together.  

SIEPR/Economics Predoctoral Research Fellows Program

Fellows are appointed as non-matriculated graduate students and have the opportunity to fully engage in the intellectual life at Stanford University. They dedicate a significant portion of their time to an empirical research project and can take courses at Stanford University for credit (up to one 3-unit course per quarter). The fellowship offers tuition, health insurance, and a living stipend.

Meet our current Predoctoral Research Fellows

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Diversity and Inclusivity

The SIEPR Predoctoral Research Fellows program is committed to creating inclusive research spaces for all. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives and are a proud participant of  Pathways to Research and Doctoral Careers (PREDOC) . The goal of our program is to help foster the growth of the next generation of researchers in economics and public policy.

We seek applicants who have an interest in pursuing research related to economic policy and in learning cutting-edge research methods. Prior background is not strictly necessary; candidates interested in gaining exposure to the project areas of research are very welcome to apply. 

Qualifications

• Completion of a 4-year undergraduate degree by June 30, 2024. The degree should be a bachelor's, or foreign equivalent, in economics, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field. 
• Strong quantitative background and interest in learning cutting-edge research methods.
• Creative and independent problem-solving skills.
• An interest in pursuing research related to economics and/or the project field of interest. However, prior background in these areas is not strictly necessary; candidates interested in gaining exposure to the project areas of research are very welcome to apply. 
• The programming experience required varies and will be outlined in the posting for each research project.

Apply to be a Fellow

Faculty Mentors

The program enables our faculty to expand their research capacity on policy-relevant topics. By expanding the talent pool from which future contributions to the economic policy will be made, we directly contribute to SIEPR’s mission of engaging future scholars in high-quality economic policy research.

See the current faculty mentors

Stanford Faculty interested in mentoring students through the program should consult our  Information for Faculty.

Please review our  frequently asked questions . If you have additional questions, email  [email protected] .

Graduate Research Fellowship Program

What is GRFP?

Fellowship benefits.

• Five year fellowship period with three years of financial support
• Annual stipend of $37,000
• Cost-of-education allowance of $16,000 to the institution
• No post-graduate study service requirement
• Access to supplemental funding to sustain research while on medical deferral (e.g. family leave)

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Am I Eligible ?

To be eligible for the NSF GRFP, you must:

• be a US citizen, US national, or permanent resident
• intend to pursue a research-based Master’s or Ph.D. program in a GRFP-supported field
• be enrolled in an eligible program at an accredited United States graduate institution, with a US campus, by fall following selection
• be at an early stage in your graduate career
• have completed no more than one academic year of full-time graduate study (or the equivalent)
• Graduate students are limited to only one application to the GRFP, submitted either in the first year or in the second year of graduate school

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What's My Level?

Application level selection.

The GRFP Application requires you to select the academic level that best describes the stage of your academic career. Use the GRFP Academic Level Questionnaire to help you select the appropriate academic level in your application. Levels are determined as follows:

Level 1. You have not previously enrolled in a graduate degree-granting program, but plan to start graduate study next fall. Includes undergraduates in the final year of a bachelor’s degree program and individuals who previously earned a bachelor’s degree.

Level 2. First year graduate student currently enrolled in a graduate degree-granting program, who has never applied to GRFP before as a graduate student or returning graduate student, or a student currently enrolled in a joint bachelor’s-master’s degree program (must have completed three academic years in program).

Level 3. Second year graduate student who has completed no more than one academic year of graduate study while enrolled in any graduate degree-granting program, does not have a graduate degree, and has never applied to GRFP before as a graduate student or returning graduate student.

Level 4. Returning graduate student who is not currently enrolled in a degree-granting program, and may have more than one academic year in a graduate-degree granting program and/or a master’s or professional degree, followed by an interruption of at least two years just prior to the GRFP application deadline. Note: address the reasons for the interruption and why you should be considered to be in the early stages of your graduate education in the Personal, Relevant Background and Future Goals Statement.

GRFP recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who have demonstrated the potential to be high achieving scientists and engineers, early in their careers. Applicants must be pursuing full-time research-based master’s and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) or in STEM education at accredited US institutions.

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NSF welcomes scientists and engineers to serve as reviewers of GRFP applications. Serving as a GRFP Reviewer is an excellent opportunity to apply your research and career expertise to help identify future science and engineering leaders.

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Reference letters are a key component of a strong GRFP application package. The most effective reference letters provide detailed and specific information about how an applicant meets the NSF Merit Review Criteria of Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts.

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IRiSS Predoctoral Research Fellowship Program

The Predoctoral Research Fellowship Program at the Stanford Institute for Research in the Social Sciences (IRiSS Predoc Program) provides early-career scholars an opportunity to work directly with a faculty mentor to contribute to cutting-edge social science research. During the fellowship year, participants will develop research skills, explore academic research careers, and network with a multidisciplinary community of scholars.

IRiSS offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for scholars from diverse backgrounds.

All positions for the 2024–25 Predoctoral Fellowship year have been filled. If you applied and did not receive an offer, please consider reapplying to the 2025–26 cohort. Check back here in Fall 2024 for an updated list of faculty projects and application deadlines.

Program Goals

The IRiSS Predoc Program aims to expand research capacity and strengthen the pool of scholars while providing mentorship to new research scholars. The program has three main goals:

• to accelerate social science research by increasing the number of predoctoral fellows at Stanford under the mentorship of social science faculty;
• to create opportunities for predocs to deepen their knowledge of social science topics and methods, learn about options for advanced study, and to build mentoring relationships to help launch their careers; and
• to diversify the pipeline into academia and industry.

2024–25 IRiSS Predoc Program

The first cohort of IRiSS Predoctoral Research Fellows will be appointed for one year, beginning in July 2024, with the possibility of renewal for one additional year.  

IRiSS Predocs are expected to spend 90% to 95% of their time engaged in research. A small component of their time will be set aside for program orientation, research training, sharing research findings, and professional development. IRiSS Predocs are hired as non-exempt, social science research staff. They will be eligible for standard staff benefits.

Applications for the 2024–25 program year are no longer being accepted. The application window for the 2025–26 program year will open this coming fall.

Program Year: July 10, 2024 – June 30, 2025

Eligibility

This initiative is geared toward serving a broad cross-section of social science researchers.

Eligibility Requirements

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent, received or expected no later than June, 2024
• General understanding of scientific theory and methods, typically gained through completion of an undergraduate degree in a related field
• General computer skills and an ability to quickly learn and master computer programs
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately
• Effective oral and written communication skills

In addition, preferred requirements include:

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team
• Ability to take initiative and see projects through to completion
• Interest in and enthusiasm for pursuing graduate studies or a career in social science research

Please see the faculty projects page for any additional eligibility requirements for each research project.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Materials

Applicants for the IRiSS Predoc Program will need to submit:

• A cover letter for each of your ranked choices of up to 3 faculty projects
• A current résumé/curriculum vitae
• College transcripts (unofficial)
• Optional writing sample of any length
• Optional information about your background, perspectives, or experiences in relation to a diverse and inclusive research community

Questions? Please see the FAQ page .

Predoctoral Fellows Program

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A 2-year paid fellowship for aspiring PhD students.

Predoctoral Fellows will conduct qualitative, quantitative, and field research, for a broad range of faculty-led research projects and studies in the areas of management, organizational behavior, finance, strategy, and behavioral sciences.

In addition to supporting academic research projects and receiving mentorship from faculty, Fellows will also have an opportunity to take graduate level courses with the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), and will participate in programming and events focused on building community and preparing them for doctoral studies.

The Experience  

“ The program is not just about taking me to my next goal but also focusing on shaping me as a better thinker, building close, long-term professional relationships with peers and professors, as well as imparting the HBS community values that we as program alumni can carry on. ”

Community  

“ I wouldn’t have known how exciting a career in academia would be if I had not been fully immersed in this vibrant research community. The faculty supervisors are mentors, the colleagues are friends, and the staff are supportive. I am grateful for my past experiences here at HBS and I look forward to the journey ahead. ”

Benefits  

“ Not only has my time in this role allowed me to develop the technical skills necessary for research, but it has also pushed me to think critically and creatively about what makes for compelling research. The incredible mentorship I received from faculty helped me hone my skills and discover my own research identity making the HBS predoc program the ultimate preparation for doctoral studies. ”

How to Apply  

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Postdoctoral Research Fellows

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The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health welcomes you to our community. We appreciate the indispensable role our postdoctoral fellows play in advancing the work of this institution and of public health in general. We hope you will flourish here and hone those skills that will enable you to become accomplished independent researchers. We wish you great success during your time here.

This website provides information for prospective and current Harvard Chan School postdoctoral fellows, and lists resources on a wide range of topics of interest to postdocs.

As a new annual appointee at the Harvard Chan School, you will be asked to process a lot of information from many sources. This checklist serves as a general guide to all of the tasks that may need to be completed to help you get off to a successful start.  To access the checklist, please click HERE .

Your appointing department/division administrator may have more specific instructions which you should follow.  Some items on this list will not apply to everyone.

You are encouraged to participate in the school’s Postdoctoral Association (PDA) , which was founded by Harvard Chan School postdocs in 2007.  The PDA organizes social events and workshops for postdocs, and works to enhance the postdoc network and overall postdoc experience at the School.

Prospective and current postdoctoral fellows may contact the Office of Faculty Affairs at 617-432-1047 or [email protected] for more information.

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Funding opportunities for postdoctoral scholars.

Below is a listing of notable funding opportunities available to postdoctoral scholars. If you are aware of an internal or external opportunity for postdocs but do not see it posted here, please email [email protected] . Current Harvard FAS and SEAS postdoctoral fellows with questions about any of these opportunities may contact their department using the contact information listed below. If your department is not listed here, please email [email protected] with  questions related to funding opportunities for postdoctoral scholars .

• Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology (CCB): Delia Bardales ( [email protected] )  
• Department of Human Evolutionary Biology (HEB): Kristin Pennarun ( [email protected] )
• Department of Mathematics: Anna Kreslavskaya ( [email protected] )
• Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology (OEB): Kristin Pennarun ( [email protected] )
• Department of Physics: Adam Ackerman ( [email protected] ) 
• Department of Psychology: Jennifer Perry ( [email protected] )
• Department of Statistics Laverne Martinez ( [email protected] )
• Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology (SCRB): Doris Drake ( [email protected] ) 

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About Graduate Research Fellowship Program

The Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who are pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) at accredited US institutions .  Refer to the NSF GRFP program page  for guidelines, announcements, and other programmatic information.

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The GRFP module and supporting systems allow for:

• Applicants  to apply to the GRFP through an online application available in the application module. Applicants can complete, review, and check the status of their application through this module. The annual application period opens in late July each year and closes in mid-October .
• Reference Writers  to submit letters of reference for GRFP Applicants through the Reference Letter Submission (RLS) module in Research.gov. All reference letters must be submitted to NSF by the deadline in October.
• Reviewers  to evaluate assigned applications online based on NSF’s merit review criteria of Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts. Review panels are conducted virtually each year in January.
• Graduate Research Fellows  to manage their Fellowship Status and report the progress of their graduate studies via an annual activity report submitted online in the Fellows module. Fellowship Offers are announced annually in late March/early April.  New Fellows must accept their award and declare their Fellowship Status by the deadline published in the Fellowship Offer letter. Current Fellows are notified by email of the deadline to submit their Annual Activity Report and declare their Fellowship Status.
• GRFP Officials  to manage the activities of Fellows at their institution. Officials approve change requests in Fellowship Status and field of study as well as Fellowship institution transfers through the GRFP Officials module. GRFP Officials are required to submit Completion and Program Expense Reports for  current Fellows  at their institutions each Fall. Officials certify progress and submit Grants Roster Reports for  all Fellows  at their institutions each Spring.

More   information

• GRFP Frequently Asked Questions
• Reference the  GRFP  site for detailed information about program eligibility and application requirements. This site also has information for Reviews and links to the Reviewer Registration site .
• Reference  Account Resources  for help registering, logging in and managing your profile in Research.gov. All GRFP Applicants, Fellows, Reference Writers, Reviewers, and Officials must register and sign in to Research.gov to access their respective functions.
• If these resources have not addressed your needs, please reference the GRFP Contact page .

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Individual fellowships for predoctoral training which leads to the combined MD/PhD and other dual Clinical/Research degrees.

Ruth L. Kirschstein Predoctoral Individual National Research Service Award

To provide predoctoral individuals with supervised research training in specified health and health-related areas leading toward the research doctoral degree (e.g., PhD).

Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award Individual Predoctoral Fellowship to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research (Parent F31 - Diversity)

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To provide postdoctoral research training to individuals to broaden their scientific background and extend their potential for research in specified health-related areas.

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Postdoctoral Fellow - Genetics and Genome Sciences

Job Description

Multiple postdoctoral research fellow positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Yan Li at the Department of Genetics and Genome Sciences in Case Western Reserve University (CWRU). Li lab integrates stem cell biology, single cell technologies, and functional genomics to study complex metabolic diseases, such as diabetes and obesity. The Li lab has a track record of publications in high-profile journals, including Nature Metabolism, Molecular Cell, Nature Genetics, Nature Communications, Cell Reports etc. Li lab has established “wet” and “dry” components and provides a supportive environment to train, conduct research, and career development in science. Trainees will be exposed to cutting-edge technologies including scRNA-seq, scATAC-seq, spatial genomics, CRISPR screening, Hi-C, etc. 

Lab website:

http://genetics.case.edu/page.php?page_id=5&LN=Li&FN=Yan

https://yanlilab.com/

Qualifications

Strong foundation in molecular biology. Expertise in metabolism, and/or stem cell, and/or mouse genetics. A track record of publishing and strong internal motivation is essential. The individual will be expected to independently design and perform studies, present data at national meetings, and compose original research articles. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CVs and contact information for three referees to Dr. Yan Li. Email: [email protected] .

Case Western Reserve University (CWRU), located in Cleveland Ohio, is top 20 private universities receiving the most federal research funding in US. To date, CWRU has produced 17 Nobel Prize winners among its alumni, faculty, and researchers. Our department is a comprehensive genetics department. Faculty associated with our department have strengths in molecular genetics, transcription regulation, development biology, human genetics, epigenetics and genomics, as well as experimental models of human diseases. CWRU also has close partnership with Cleveland Clinic, a top hospital in United States.

The great Cleveland metropolitan is also family-friendly, very affordable area with top school systems in US. Universities also provide Child Care Subsidy Program. Numerous gardens, parks and top museums surround the beautiful CWRU campus, which makes it a pleasant place to live and raise family.

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2024 NFS Graduate Research Fellowship Program announces awardees and honorable mentions

Twelve boilermakers from the College of Science are honored  

The National Science Foundation ( NSF ) has announced the 2024 Graduate Research Fellowship Program ( GRFP ) which included 20 awardees and 12 honorable mentions from Purdue University.  Of the pool of innovators, the Purdue University College of Science students stood out with ten awardee offers and two honorable mentions:  

Awardees:  

• Katie Wilson: Applied Math major with EAPS and CS minors; Field of study : Geosciences - Computationally Intensive Research  
• Abigail Haydee Soliven : Chemistry (ACS), Honors College with distinction, and a minor in English; Field of study : Chemistry - Chemical Catalysis  
• Meenakshi McNamara : Physics and Math major; Field of study : Mathematical Sciences - Quantum Information Science  
• Brady R Layman : Chemistry graduate student in Professor Jeffrey Dick’s laboratory; Field of study : Chemical Measurement and Imaging  
• Mikail Habib Khan : CS, with Mathematics minor; Field of study : Comp/IS/Eng - Formal Methods, Verification, and Programming Languages  
• Daniel Miroslav Hristov : Chemistry and Honors College; Field of study : Chemistry - Chemical Structure, Dynamics, and Mechanism  
• Stephanie Sara DeLancey : Chemistry with Psychology minor; Field of study : Chemistry - Undergraduate American Chemical Society accredited  
• Addison Curtis : EAPS graduate student; Field of study : Geosciences - Geochemistry  
• Grace Crim : Chemistry and Electrical Engineering, minor in Biological Sciences; Field of study : Engineering - Electrical and Electronic Engineering  
• Haleigh Brown : EAPS graduate student Field of study : Geosciences and Astrobiology  

Honorable Mentions:   

• Mariana Blanco-Rojas : EAPS graduate student  
• Sara Cuevas-Quiñones : Physics and EAPS major  

The purpose of the NSF GRFP is to help ensure the quality, vitality, and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce of the United States. A goal of the program is to broaden participation of the full spectrum of diverse talents in STEM. The five-year fellowship provides three years of financial support inclusive of an annual stipend of $37,000.  

To learn more about GRFP or to apply for future awards, current students at the undergraduate and graduate level can check the NSF GRFP resources webpage . The College of Science is proud of our students who are driven to instigate the next giants leaps in STEM and look forward to following their research into their five-year fellowships term.  

Learn more about some of the students who were offered the fellowship below.    

Katie Wilson :   

“I am about to graduate from Purdue with a bachelor’s degree in applied math and minors in computer science and EAPS at Purdue. I fell in love with atmospheric science at Purdue, specifically clouds, and am excited to continue my education on the topic in grad school. At Purdue, I have been deeply involved in the Women in Science Program as a mentee, mentor, and team leader, from which I have made so many fun memories and impactful relationships. Being awarded the GRFP changed my future and opened exciting opportunities for me. Because of it, I am now able to pursue research in a field that I am passionate about without having to stress much over funding, something that greatly influenced my graduate school decision. I am very grateful for the opportunity to prove myself and make discoveries with my research as a woman in science. My plans for the GRFP are to go to the University of Wisconsin-Madison and get my master’s through their Atmospheric and Oceanic Science Research Program. I plan to do research on cloud microphysics/aerosols to learn more about factors that affect cloud properties and how this impacts climate change using numerical models and remote sensing data.”  

Haleigh Brown :   

“I am a computational astrobiologist working within the PHAB lab under Associate Professor Stephanie Olson at Purdue’s Earth Atmosphere and Planetary Sciences department. Broadly my work involves using numerical climate models and machine learning to better understand exoplanet habitability. I have wonderful peers and mentors helping me achieve my goals and I am thrilled to have the support of the NSF GRFP as well. I am eager to take advantage of the new tools accessible to me now due to the NSF and I am confident this will aid in my ability to contribute great work within my field.”  

Mikail Habib Khan:   

“I'm a senior in Purdue Computer Science, working on Programming Languages research with some Physics Education work on the side. I want to eliminate incidental complexity from software engineering to make programming more productive and accessible. For fun I like skating, reading sci-fi/fantasy, and playing video games. I worked with Associate Professor Tiark Rompf on CS research and Professor Sanjay Rebello for physics. Assistant Professor Ben Delaware has also given me a ton of advice and told me to apply for the GRFP in the first place. To me, the GRFP means that I'll have more freedom to pursue my interests in grad school. I won't have to worry about finding a funded project, and I might be able to leverage it to more easily find visiting scholar positions. I'm starting a PhD at CMU, where there are a ton of advisors I'd love to work with. I might work on WebAssembly, Program Synthesis, or Verification.”  

Abigail Soliven  

“I am a senior earning my degree in chemistry on the ACS track and a minor in english. When not in the lab, I spend my time involved on campus or reading, soaking up sunshine, and making playlists. The NSF GRFP is a vote of confidence in my abilities as a researcher and the impact I can make in my field as a graduate student and beyond. Through the GRFP, I will be able to focus entirely on my work and advancing chemical knowledge by knowing I have the financial support and resources to be creative and inventive. I am pursuing a PhD in organic chemistry at UC Berkeley post-graduation from Purdue. Boiler up and go bears!”  

Stephanie DeLancey  

“I am graduating from Purdue with a BS  degree in chemistry (ACS) and a minor in psychology. I have worked in the Ren lab for three and a half years, studying iron-based organometallic complexes with applications in the catalysis and materials fields. I look forward to starting my PhD at UNC Chapel Hill in the fall where I will continue to pursue research themes rooted in sustainable chemistry. Being awarded an NSF GRFP was an incredible honor that greatly validated my potential as a researcher. I am so grateful to have been recognized by a prestigious institution and provided the financial support to pursue my research goals with greater freedom and focus in grad school. However, receiving this honor has also made me all the more thankful for my mentorship in the Ren group that shaped me into the scientist I am today.  Starting this summer, I will begin working towards my PhD in inorganic chemistry at UNC Chapel Hill. I hope to conduct impactful research with relevance to energy storage and conversion, potentially with the CHASE Solar Hub at UNC. I cannot wait to start my next chapter knowing the NSF GRFP will allow me to more freely explore these interests.”  

Grace Crim  

“I am majoring in biochemistry (Department of Chemistry) and electrical engineering. During my time at Purdue, I have been involved in research, WISP, WIE, and SWE, as well as first-generation student honors and ambassador programs. I am passionate about interdisciplinary research and involving multiple STEM communities to solve big research problems. The GRFP is an accomplishment that everyone in research recognizes. I learned about the prestige of the NSF GRFP in sophomore year, when the graduate student I was doing research under won the award herself. I was lucky to have incredible research advisors that helped me through learning about the fellowship application process and graduate school as a whole. Coming from financial need, having the financial freedom to pursue research without worrying about funding is a relief. My plans are to pursue a PhD in electrical and computer engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. My goal is to design micro-scale sensors with biological processes and chemical detection in mind, specifically for wildlife monitoring and astrobiology. Lab on a chip technology is new and promising. I am hoping to diversify applications of this tech ethically and responsibly to help fields other than ECE. My PhD will consist of a lot of time in the semiconductor cleanroom and collaborating with researchers from other universities and national labs in many different fields. Purdue has prepared me well for this type of research and I can't wait to get started!”  

Daniel Hristov  

“I am originally from Knoxville, TN with backgrounds from Bulgaria and Puerto Rico. I have been completing research with Professor Julia Laskin’s group the past four years working with electrochemistry and mass spectrometry-based techniques to better understand the fundamentals of ions and charged interfaces. I really enjoyed working with my graduate mentor, Hugo and having meaningful discussions about the molecular dynamics of our systems. I am truly grateful to the valuable mentoring provided by Dr. Hugo Samayoa and Professor Julia Laskin, and the scientists I interned for at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Dr. Grant Johnson and Dr. Venky Prabhakaran, that allowed me to broaden horizons in my projects and think critically about results. This award has meant a great amount not only to myself as a scientist, but every scientist who has mentored and supported me throughout my four years. I will start my PhD in physical chemistry in the fall at the University of California Berkeley.”  

Addison Curtis:  

“I am a queer, disabled geologist currently working towards my master’s in earth science. My research in the Thermochronology @ Purdue Lab under Assistant Professor Marissa Tremblay focuses on using radioactive isotopes in specific minerals to determine the ages and thermal histories of rocks in the North Cascades, WA to better understand regional tectonic changes about 50 million years ago! Outside of my research, I am extremely passionate about geoscience education and increasing representation for both disabled and Queer individuals in geology and academia as a whole. I am extremely grateful to have received the NSF GRFP to support me through the rest of my graduate school career. I am honored to join a cohort of other Fellows and continue to strive for excellence in both science and outreach. Graduate school is difficult for anyone but especially for someone who holds my identities, so having this support helps to relieve some of that pressure. It is also extremely validating and encouraging to receive such an award, showing that despite my additional challenges, I am still an intelligent, capable scientist with potential to significantly impact my field. Since I am currently a master’s student, I plan on using the GRFP as support in my future PhD program. While I don’t know where I will be going next, this award allows me to be able to pursue the specific research that I am interested in at another institution without having to worry about the logistics of future funding.”   

Meenakshi McNamara  

“I am graduating with a math and physics double major, and I plan to become a professor someday. I am passionate about conducting research in these fields, as well as helping build community as I have been doing through club leadership and mentoring programs. In my free time, I love to read, write, and draw. You may also find me rock climbing or playing board games with friends. I am honored to have been awarded the NSF GRFP. Winning this fellowship means that the committee felt that I have the potential to become a strong graduate student and researcher, and this is very meaningful because my goal is to have a research career. Further, communicating pure math research well can be difficult, and I certainly learned important skills during the application process. Thus, it was amazing to see that these efforts paid off and I have more confidence in my ability to communicate about my research and apply for similar things in the future.”  

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NIHR Fellowship Programme

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The NIHR Fellowship Programme supports individuals on their trajectory to becoming future leaders in health and social care NIHR research.

Our four fellowships have been designed to support individuals at various points of their development in becoming leading researchers, from initial pre-doctoral training to senior post-doctoral research.

• Pre-doctoral Fellowship launch date: Late January / February annually
• Development and Skills Enhancement Award launch dates: January, May, September annually
• Doctoral Fellowship launch dates: April, October annually
• Advanced Fellowship launch dates: April, October annually

We are also partnering with a number of charitable organisations to offer jointly-funded Partnership Fellowships at both Doctoral and Advanced levels. More details can be found in the  NIHR Fellowships Summary and NIHR Fellowships FAQs .

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Pre-doctoral Fellowship

NIHR Pre-doctoral Fellowships are designed to support people who are looking to start or advance a career in health and social care research methodology, specifically in one of the following areas:

• medical statistics
• health economics
• clinical trial design
• operational research
• bioinformatics
• qualitative research
• mixed methods
• epidemiology

Applicants without a Master's degree should use the Fellowship to undertake a Master's degree in one of the areas listed. Those already holding a relevant Master's degree (or currently completing one) should use the Fellowship to gain additional support and training to advance to the next level of their career. The Fellowship can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible for a NIHR Pre-doctoral Fellowship you must:

• have completed a relevant first degree.
• have a proposed host who is an HEI, NHS body, or other provider of health and/or care services
• be proposing to develop a career as a methodologist in one of the areas listed above.

Applications open annually in late January/February to start from September the same year to March the following year. Exact dates are available close to the time of opening.

Check funding opportunities for details of latest funding rounds.

Please note, this Fellowship is not open to clinical applicants looking to undertake training in research methods.  Clinical applicants looking to develop a career as a clinical academic should consider schemes from the relevant clinical academic programmes provided by NIHR .

Useful resources for applicants

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• NIHR Pre-doctoral Fellowship Potential Supervisors 
• NIHR Awards Management System . Please note the application form is only available during the application window. Registration on the system, however, can be completed at any time.

Doctoral Fellowship

The NIHR Doctoral Fellowship is a three year full-time award that supports individuals to undertake a PhD in applied health or social care research. This fellowship may also be taken up on a part-time basis of between 50% and 100% whole time equivalent (WTE).

Clinical applicants are able to include up to 20% clinical time as part of the fellowship, to ensure the maintenance of their clinical competence whilst undertaking the fellowship.

To be eligible for an NIHR Doctoral Fellowship you must:

• Have completed any relevant pre-registration training (for clinical academic applicants)
• Have completed a first degree (for non-clinical applicants)
• Have a proposed host who is an HEI, NHS body, or other provider of health and/or care services.
• Be intending to register for and complete a PhD
• Where already registered for a PhD (or MPhil with transfer to PhD), you should not have been registered for more than 12 months at 100% WTE by the time the award starts.

Full details of the latest funding rounds are available in funding opportunities.

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Partnership fellowships.

The NIHR has partnered with a number of charitable organisations to offer jointly funded NIHR Charity Partnership Fellowships and with Pfizer to offer an NIHR Industry Partnership Fellowship. Details are available for the latest Fellowship Round in Funding Opportunities.

Jointly funded Partnership Fellowships enable researchers to:

• Maintain and build a relationship with both the NIHR and a partner organisation
• Engage with and receive valuable input from patient groups, making the most of the public and patient engagement/involvement opportunities available
• Receive greater research exposure through a variety of media and communication channels.

Please refer to the Guidance Notes for  further details regarding the specific eligibility criteria for each partner (in addition to the standard eligibility criteria), the level of award available and the contact details for the relevant partner.

We encourage all applicants interested in applying for a jointly funded Partnership Fellowship to contact the relevant partner to discuss their research area of interest before they apply.

Please note, all other queries about the application process should be directed to the NIHR Academy.

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NIHR supported Professor Angus Jones and his colleagues to transform the accuracy of diabetes diagnosis with a quick, inexpensive C-peptide test to measure insulin levels in the blood or urine. The research has influenced national and international guidelines, leading to changes in clinical practice.

Advanced Fellowship

The Advanced Fellowship is for those at a post-doctoral level and can be utilised at several specific points of a researcher’s career development.

The fellowship is between 2 and 5 years and can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis - between 50% and 100% whole time equivalent (WTE).

Advanced Fellowships will be available with a ‘clinical academic’ option, whereby clinical applicants will have the option to request up to 40% of their time be dedicated to clinical service/development which would be covered by the award.

If you are a Global Health researcher you should apply for the  Global Advanced Fellowship .

When should you apply?

The NIHR Advanced Fellowship is aimed at individuals at various points of their career. You may have:  

• Recently completed or be about to be awarded a PhD, but haven’t yet established yourself as an independent researcher
• Established yourself as an independent researcher or you are in the process of doing so, but are not yet recognised as an international leader in your field
• Transitioned into applied health research or social care research from a basic science background or re-established your research career following a significant career break.

In addition, you may use the Advanced Fellowship to undertake innovative knowledge mobilisation (to support the more effective use of research knowledge), whilst simultaneously researching implementation processes and impacts.

If you are unsure about your eligibility for the Advanced Fellowship, as related to your career stage, please contact the NIHR Academy office on 0113 532 8410 and a member of the team  will be happy to discuss your proposed application.

To be eligible for an NIHR Advanced Fellowship you must:

• Have a proposed host who is an HEI, NHS body, or other provider of health and/or care services
• Hold a relevant PhD or MD, or have submitted your thesis for examination at the time of application (you must have been awarded a PhD or MD by the time you attend the interview)
• Not already hold a Chair at the point of application
• Complete the relevant pre-registration training (for clinical academic applicants).

Advanced Fellowship Timetable 

• Maintain and build a relationship with both the NIHR and a partner

We encourage all applicants interested in applying for a jointly funded Partnership Fellowship to contact the relevant partner to discuss their research area of interest before they apply. Please note all other queries about the application process should be directed to the NIHR Academy.

Useful  resources for potential applicants

• NIHR Advanced Fellowship - Round 12 Guidance Notes
• NIHR Advanced Fellowship Selection Committee
• The common characteristics of a great Advanced Fellowship application
• NIHR Academy Awards Management System
• Introductory resources for Knowledge Mobilisation and planning your pathway to impact

Development and Skills Enhancement Award

The Development and Skills Enhancement Award (DSE) is a post-doctoral level award aimed at supporting  early to mid-career researchers.  It provides up to 2 years of funding for researchers to gain the skills and experience they need to progress to the next phase of their career. 

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Postdoctoral Associate

The MIT title of postdoctoral associate applies to those who are paid a salary by MIT. Their salary is usually charged to a grant or contract secured by their faculty mentor, and the postdoc's research must be related to the aims of the grant or contract. 

Because these funding sources can be charged for employee benefit rates, postdoctoral associates are eligible for all  MIT employee benefits  as described by MIT's Benefits Office.

Postdoctoral Fellow

The MIT title of postdoctoral fellow applies to scholars who receive financial support in the form of a fellowship or stipend, usually from an outside agency, either directly or distributed through MIT on behalf of the sponsor. Typically, fellows are responsible for applying for a fellowship award. Fellowships allow postdocs to determine their research activities. 

Because of their funding source and appointment type, postdoctoral fellows are not considered employees of MIT, which impacts  eligibility for various benefits  and programs.

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• Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program

As one of the world’s leading academic institutions, Harvard University is committed to supporting top-quality Postdoctoral Fellows who will contribute to the University's mission of excellence in teaching and research, and who are interested in advancing new ideas and promoting enduring knowledge. Harvard offers access to intellectual and cultural resources that are as unique as they are unrivaled.

The Center for African Studies Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program is aimed at providing opportunities for postdoctoral candidates to conduct independent research, publish, and increase knowledge in their fields of study that will be beneficial to the African continent and to prepare them to be successful in their chosen career paths. An applicant should have received their PhD (preference will be given to those who completed PhD in the last five years) and hold an academic appointment at a university or research institution in Africa. This includes those with a commitment of appointment at the time of application. The fellowship will support the development of a research project at selected Harvard University schools, departments, or laboratories in the field of their choice.

The program offers 18-month postdoctoral fellowships with 12 months spent at the scholars’ home institution and six months spent in stipend-supported residency at Harvard University.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024-2026 COHORT WILL OPEN FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2024. APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 30, 2024.

Eligibility

The program is established for Africa-based researchers who intend to continue/return to work in African academia. Fellows will be selected based on academic talent in their fields and will have an opportunity to work on their pedagogical and research skills to further their professional development. Fellows will have completed their respective doctoral programs at institutions from anywhere around the world (preference will be given to those who completed the PhD in the last five years). PhD holders who currently hold a paid academic appointment, which will be active through the duration of the fellowship period, with any of the following institutions are eligible to apply.

• Applicants must have received a PhD or equivalent doctoral-level research degree (preference will be given to those who completed PhD in the last five years) in any discipline and must hold a paid academic appointment at any African university or research institution.
• Applicants who have not yet formally received their degree must present evidence of having completed the academic requirements before commencing the Fellowship.
• Applicants must identify a Harvard faculty mentor to support research and scholarly work; additionally, they should identify a second mentor at their home institution.
• Both mentors are required to submit letters of recommendation during the application process.
• Applicants should have English language proficiency.
• Applicants must have support from their home institutions to pursue an 18-month fellowship appointment, six months of which will be spent in a stipend-supported residency in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Throughout the fellowship period, fellows will have access to their mentor at both institutions as well as Harvard's library resources and seminar/conference opportunities.
• Applicants should have an academic appointment in an African university/research institution or include a letter from the institution that such an appointment is forthcoming during the fellowship period.

Position Responsibilities

Under the terms of appointment, fellows will be required to assume the following responsibilities:

• Assume primary responsibility for the development of their research and career, in consultation with their faculty mentors and other collaborators.
• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty mentors and from other faculty members as appropriate.
• Submit a report describing all work carried out at Harvard University and home institution during the research period. The report must be submitted two weeks prior to the end of their fellowship.
• Make mention in any publication, presentation, or interview of their status as a CAS fellow and acknowledge CAS support for work published or carried out as a result of their fellowship.
• Notify CAS of any grant, scholarship, or funding obtained from any public or private organization for the same or a different research project.
• Fellows should ensure funds are utilized for purposes as defined in the fellowship. Any expenditure outside of the stipulated use will not be accepted.
• Fellows should notify CAS of any periods of travel or absence during their fellowship.
• Presentation of research at CAS fellow’s colloquium at the end of fellowship.

Selection Criteria

A faculty review committee under direction of the CAS Oppenheimer Faculty Director will use the following criteria to identify final award recipients:

• Fellows with strong PhD achievement and actively conducting research and teaching in one of the listed institutions.
• Strength and quality of research proposal, project uniqueness, clear purpose, and detailed plan for execution of proposal.
• Applicants’ ability to succeed in a research-based academic track.
• Demonstration of initiative, social consciousness, leadership, and a sense of responsibility as well as personal motivations and experiences.
• Contribute to and advance new knowledge to the field of study.
• Mentors' recommendation and commitment to fellows’ advancement in the area of research.

Online Application

Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will need to submit an online proposal through the Harvard University Funding Portal   by April 30, 2024, at 11:59pm ET . The application submission site will open March 1.

How to Apply:

Complete the online application in the Harvard University Funding Portal and upload required documents as prompted. Application link:   https://bit.ly/4bXOO0c

The Harvard CAS Postdoctoral Research Fellowship application is hosted by Qualtrics and resides in a secure, encrypted environment that requires applicants to register to access the application. The registration is a one-time event with the application link sent to your inbox. Be advised that your application should be done on your regularly used computer to be able to save and return to your application. We strongly recommend that you use current generation browsers whenever possible. Google Chrome, Firefox, and Safari are the preferred browsers for this application. You may preview the application here .

Please Note: A complete application consists of fields submitted through the Harvard University Funding Portal and all requested attachments uploaded as PDFs into the application system. In addition, a confidential letter of recommendation is requested from the postdoc’s supervisor at their home institution who is familiar with your academic work as well as by a faculty mentor at Harvard University. Note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the confidential letters are submitted by the deadline due date.

The detailed components of the complete application are shown in the application form. An application will not be considered complete without these confidential letters from the mentors.

Application details:

• GENERAL INFORMATION: Candidates will be asked to enter biographical information and contact details. Candidates will be asked to enter academic/leadership/professional honors and detail any work or study completed in the last five years.
• EDUCATION HISTORY: Candidates will be asked to enter their education history, including name and location of institution, dates of attendance and degree, and field of study.
• WORK HISTORY: Candidates will be asked to enter their work history, including name and location of institution, position, and responsibilities.
• RESEARCH PROPOSAL: A single-spaced research proposal of no more than 2,000 words (font size 10 to 12 point) on the project to be pursued during the fellowship period. Proposals should include an 18-month timeline with up to six months in-residence at Harvard and the remaining time in-residence at the applicant’s home institution. The research proposal shall include i. Research Project Title, ii. Specific Aims, iii. Research Plan (a. Significance b. Innovation/Value c. Approach/Methods), iv. Mentorship Plan (Frequency of mentor meetings, goals, etc.), and v. References (References will not count towards word limit). Include your full name on the top of each page and your signature at the end.
• PROJECT PLAN: Project plans should begin from September 1 of the year in which the proposal is submitted, and the six-month residency must be proposed for any consecutive six-month period between September 1 and the 18-months following. Candidates should consult with their mentors at Harvard and their home institutions to identify the ideal time for the residency portion. The time frame for the AY24/25 fellowship is September 1, 2024 - February 28, 2026.
• CV: A CV specifying education and experience including list of publications, conference presentations, awards, and fellowships.
• PERSONAL STATEMENT: The personal statement (500-700 words) should be typed in a standard font, font size 10 to 12 point, and double-spaced. Include your full name on the top of each page and your signature at the end. The personal statement should give the committee a sense of your background with the following questions in mind. Who are you? What motivates you, and why do you want to study a particular issue or topic? What kind of contributions do you want to make, and why? What are your goals? What path will you take to achieve them? This is the opportunity to introduce yourself to the selection committee for consideration.
• LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: Applications must include two letters of recommendation that speak to the applicant’s intellectual and professional preparation for the fellowship. One recommendation should be from the faculty mentor at the applicant’s home institution and a second letter of recommendation should come from the Harvard faculty mentor. Two letters of recommendation must be submitted by recommenders through Qualtrics. You will be required to enter the names, affiliations, and contact details of your referees. After you submit your application, referees will receive an e-mail to the address provided to submit their letters of recommendation. Please confirm with your recommenders that they have received this communication. Alternatively, recommenders can e-mail the letters directly to [email protected]
• BUDGET: Fellows will be provided with a budget of up to $10,000 for research during the 18-month fellowship. Stipend during residency and travel to and from Cambridge for the residency portion will be covered separately. A budget stipulating detailed expenses during the fellowship period should accompany your application.

What is the application deadline? Applications are due on April 30, 2024. Complete applications, including letters of recommendation, must be received by the application deadline.

How can I identify a Harvard faculty mentor? We recommend that candidates start with our list of CAS Faculty Affiliates to identify a potential research mentor. Prospective fellows may reach out to faculty by e-mail to inquire about their availability to serve as a faculty mentor. We advise including a copy of your research proposal and CV with your request as well as a summary of how you see your research project aligning with the work of the Harvard faculty mentor. Candidates may also visit websites for specific Harvard University departments or schools to find faculty members in their research field.  Unfortunately, due to a high volume of inquiries, we are unable to provide individualized assistance in identifying a Harvard faculty mentor.

Is my university or institution eligible? All universities in Africa are eligible to participate in the fellowship program beginning this year. If you are unsure as to whether you research institution qualifies, please contact Rosaline Salifu at: [email protected]

How are applicants selected? How many fellowships will be awarded? After the application deadline, all applications are given administrative review to verify the applications are complete. Incomplete applications will not move forward for review. Applications are then shared with a faculty review committee comprised of members of the CAS Faculty Executive Committee, who will shortlist up to five candidates. Faculty will make their selections based on the academic merits and feasibility of the candidate’s research proposal, the candidate’s perceived ability to excel in academic career, and the strength of the faculty mentors’ recommendations. Shortlisted candidates will be offered a one-hour interview with the CAS Oppenheimer Faculty Director, Executive Director, and at least one member of the faculty review committee. Up to three fellowships will be awarded each year.

What is the timeline for the fellowship? When should the residency begin? Fellowships should begin on September 1 in the year of the application deadline (applications submitted in 2022 should propose a start date of September 1, 2022). The residency may occur within any consecutive six-month period following the September 1 start date and should be agreed upon by your faculty mentors at Harvard and at your home institution. Note for planning purposes that the Fall term at Harvard takes place from early September through early December and the Spring term from late January through early May.

Are fellowship funds paid by Harvard University directly or through the home institutions of the fellows? Harvard University will pay fellows a stipend during their residency. From this stipend, fellows are expected to pay for housing, health insurance, food, transportation, books and supplies and other expenses. Payments will be made in fellows name ONLY for the six months in residence in Cambridge.

Are Research Funds paid directly to the Fellow or to the University?

Research funds are managed by the home institutions of fellows. Upon receipt of the fellowship, a Research Agreement that governs the scope of work, expenditure and a payment plan, as well as fund disbursements will be sent to the fellow’s institution for approval. Fellows can then draw on the funds for the sole purposes of their research work and purchases during their fellowship. Funds cannot be reassigned, and only costs directly related to the fellow’s research expenses will be reimbursed.

Do I need to receive ethical clearance from my institution or Harvard University to begin my field work?

You will need both. Ethical clearance should be sought for all your research work in which human or animal subjects are involved prior to commencement of your study in the field. You will need to be familiar with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements and approval processes as it relates to your work from your school as well as Harvard University.

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The Center for Advanced Research in Global Communication Welcomes New Postdoctoral Fellow

Sima Kokotović will join the Annenberg School in the fall.

By Eszter Zimanyi, CARGC

The Center for Advanced Research in Global Communication (CARGC) at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania is thrilled to announce that film and media scholar Sima Kokotović will join the center this fall as a postdoctoral fellow.

Dr. Kokotović was selected from an incredibly competitive pool of over one hundred applicants from around the world. He will join current CARGC postdoctoral fellows Zehra Husain and Ignatius Suglo, and will play an integral role in co-leading the center's Turning Points: Nonaligned Visions research project with CARGC Senior Research Manager, Eszter Zimanyi.

"Sima's scholarship and teaching move across an astonishing range of media forms, histories, and regional and national contexts. It's exactly the kind of comparative media research we hope to cultivate," says CARGC Director, Aswin Punathambekar. "I can't wait to welcome him to CARGC and Annenberg soon!"

Associate Director Juan Llamas-Rodriguez echoes Punathambekar's sentiments: "Sima brings to CARGC not only a wide-ranging global research agenda but also an impressive background in building collaborative networks between media researchers, practitioners, and activists. I look forward to collaborating with him on our new and ongoing projects."

Kokotović's research examines intersections of global film cultures and leftist politics.

At CARGC, he will undertake two research projects. The first, a book project entitled  Cinematic Solidarities: Cinema Amidst Global Vistas of Struggle , builds on his dissertation research where he theorizes the category of cinematic solidarities to describe how filmmakers and film cultural workers devised new modes of political engagement and institutional arrangements in response to a wave of global uprisings during the 2010s. He argues how cinematic solidarities offer an analytic lens that draws attention to and maps cinema’s capacities to partake in networked grassroots politics from below. The second project reconstructs the history of cinematic connections and media projects across the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), with the focus on Yugoslavia and in the context of the 20th-century decolonization projects.

"I'm excited to be part of CARGC's vibrant community," says Kokotović. "Hopefully, my work on political valences, forgotten histories, and unexpected geographies of global media circulation will productively contribute to the debates fostered at the center."

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PhD student to research multi-functional artificial coral reefs with prestigious fellowship

By Lorena Taboas 05-16-2024

In an exceptional display of academic excellence and forward-thinking, graduate student Kylee Rux has been awarded one of the most prestigious fellowships in the U.S. scientific community: the National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship by the Department of Defense. This fellowship, funded for three years, will allow Kylee to explore the development of multi-functional artificial coral reefs.  

Inspired by early experiences in high school maintaining the classroom's saltwater aquariums, Rux developed a passion for addressing climate change, particularly its effects on the oceans. This led to a profound interest in combining engineering and marine science to create solutions that mitigate environmental impact. Rux’s interest was quickly piqued by the cement industry, known for its significant carbon emissions, but also for its unique potential.  

"Living in Miami, we are at the forefront of climate change and understand the urgency in protecting our coastlines," Rux explains. “I plan to investigate an artificial reef structure that mitigates wave impact and boosts biodiversity while extending the service life. A major area of interest is in exploring the reefs' multi-functional abilities towards enhanced resilience, such as self-healing.”  

Rux’s faculty advisor, civil and architectural engineering assistant professor, Prannoy Suraneni , is currently researching sustainable concretes. Green-gray solutions have been one of the main research focuses for the College of Engineering, aiming to find innovative solutions for shoreline protection and habitats for marine life to navigate climate change impacts.   

Over the next five years, Rux envisions continuing to develop solutions that reduce the impact of climate change, whether in academia or industry and hopes to mentor the next generation of innovators, particularly young girls.  

The Department of Defense NDSEG Fellowship is a highly competitive award given to students pursuing doctoral degrees in science and engineering disciplines. Sponsored by the U.S. Navy, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Air Force, and U.S. Army, the program aims to increase the number of U.S. citizens trained in disciplines of science and engineering of military importance.  

Rux was also awarded the prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP) but chose to accept the Department of Defense Fellowship.  

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