Arthur C. Cope Postdoctoral Fellowship in Organic Chemistry
Forecasted
Arthur C. Cope Postdoctoral Fellowship in Organic Chemistry supports early-career researchers pursuing bold, creative postdoctoral research that can contribute to a sustainable world.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Nomination) | July 2027 (Invited full application)
Funding Amounts: $85,000 per year for two years ($170,000 total)
Summary: Supports early-career researchers developing bold, creative organic chemistry research directions that can contribute to a sustainable world.
Key Information: Candidates must be nominated by a research advisor or academic mentor; full applications are by invitation only.
Description
The Arthur C. Cope Postdoctoral Fellowship, administered by the American Chemical Society (ACS), recognizes outstanding achievements in organic chemistry and provides two years of support for postdoctoral research. Awarded annually to Ph.D. candidates and researchers within their first two years of postdoctoral work, it aims to provide intellectual and academic freedom to pursue bold, creative research directions that can contribute to a sustainable world.
The program emphasizes both demonstrated excellence and the potential for significant contributions to research, teaching, and innovation in organic chemistry. Mentoring, inclusive research environments, and alignment of future careers with sustainability efforts are also priorities. Fellows are expected to participate in ACS meetings, mentoring, and other career-development activities alongside their research.
