Arthur C. Cope Postdoctoral Fellowship in Organic Chemistry
A prestigious two-year fellowship supporting early-career researchers to conduct innovative organic chemistry research and promote inclusivity and sustainability in the U.S.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: April 3, 2026 (Nomination) | July 10, 2026 (Full application, by invitation) | April 2, 2027 (Nomination, recurring)
Funding Amounts: $85,000 per year for two years (total $170,000); supports postdoctoral research at a U.S. nonprofit institution.
Summary: A two-year fellowship supporting early-career researchers in organic chemistry to pursue innovative research and professional development in the U.S.
Description
The Arthur C. Cope Postdoctoral Fellowship, administered by the American Chemical Society (ACS), is a prestigious two-year award designed to support early-career researchers in organic chemistry. The fellowship provides recipients with $85,000 per year for two years to pursue innovative and independent research at a nonprofit institution in the United States or U.S. territories. The program emphasizes academic freedom, research creativity, and contributions to sustainability and inclusivity in the chemical sciences. Fellows are expected to participate in ACS meetings, mentoring, and professional development activities.
