Biotechnology Regulatory Fellowship Program
A six-month fellowship in D.C. trains early-career professionals to develop regulatory solutions for emerging biotechnologies through agency mentorship, seminars, and a capstone project.
Funder: National Academies of Sciences Engineering and Medicine
Due Dates: August 31, 2026 (Full application deadline, 11:59 PM U.S. Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: $70,000 stipend for a six-month, full-time fellowship; paid in monthly installments.
Summary: Six-month, full-time fellowship in Washington, D.C. for early-career professionals to develop regulatory solutions for emerging biotechnologies.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship and advanced degree required; in-person participation in D.C. is mandatory.
Description
The Biotechnology Regulatory Fellowship Program is a six-month, full-time professional development opportunity based in Washington, D.C., designed to build regulatory capacity for emerging biotechnologies. Fellows work closely with federal agency mentors (USDA, EPA, FDA), participate in expert-led seminars, conduct horizon-scanning for novel biotech products, and complete a capstone project addressing regulatory challenges. The program fosters multidisciplinary collaboration among scientists, engineers, legal, and policy professionals, aiming to expand regulatory frameworks and prepare participants for leadership in the biotechnology regulatory landscape.
