American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship
The American Association of University Women’s American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship funds a year of independent research for early-career women scholars to advance academic and scientific knowledge.
Funder: American Association of University Women
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 (Full application submission deadline, 5:00pm ET)
Funding Amounts: $50,000 stipend for one year of full-time postdoctoral research
Summary: Supports early-career women scholars in the U.S. with one year of independent postdoctoral research funding to advance gender equity in academia.
Key Information: Applicants must have earned their terminal degree on or after August 30, 2023, and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Description
The American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship, offered by the American Association of University Women (AAUW), is a prestigious, competitive award designed to promote gender equity in higher education by supporting women scholars at the postdoctoral level. This fellowship enables early-career researchers to pursue independent research for one year, fostering professional development and increasing the representation of women in research, development, and academic leadership roles. While open to all fields, the program encourages applications in STEM and gender studies. Fellows receive a $50,000 stipend to support their research and living expenses, with an emphasis on those who have demonstrated resilience, are first-generation college graduates, or are affiliated with institutions with limited research resources.
