Cottrell Scholar Award
The Cottrell Scholar Award honors early-career faculty in chemistry, physics, or astronomy for innovative research and educational leadership at U.S. and Canadian institutions.
Funder: Research Corporation for Science Advancement
Due Dates: July 1, 2024 | July 1, 2025 | July 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $120,000 over 3 years; supports both research and educational activities; no indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Recognizes and supports early-career faculty in chemistry, physics, or astronomy for innovative research and educational leadership.
Key Information: Applicants may only apply once; institutional approval required before submission.
Description
The Cottrell Scholar Award is designed to honor and foster the development of exceptional early-career teacher-scholars in chemistry, physics, or astronomy at U.S. and Canadian research universities or primarily undergraduate institutions. The award supports innovative research and educational initiatives, recognizing individuals for their academic leadership and commitment to advancing both fundamental science and science education. Awardees join a distinguished community of multigenerational scholar-educators and are expected to contribute to research, teaching, and academic citizenship. The program emphasizes the integration of cutting-edge research with impactful educational strategies and professional service.
