OBS Postdoctoral Fellowships
The OBS Postdoctoral Fellowships from Carnegie Science support early-career researchers in observational astronomy, theory, and instrumentation with access to top facilities and a collaborative research environment.
Funder: Carnegie Science
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (CTAC/Carnegie-Caltech/Carnegie-USC Theoretical Astrophysics Fellowships full application) | November 2026 (Carnegie Postdoctoral Research Fellowship materials via Interfolio) | November 2026 (Carnegie Postdoctoral Research Fellowship reference letters)
Funding Amounts: Annual salary $84,500–$85,750; typical research budget ~$12,000/year; fellowships generally 2–3 years with possible renewal up to 3–5 years depending on track.
Summary: Supports early-career researchers in observational/theoretical astronomy and instrumentation, offering access to premier facilities and a collaborative research environment.
Key Information: All deadlines are projected; confirm on the program page before applying.
Description
The Carnegie Science Observatories Postdoctoral Fellowships provide early-career researchers with opportunities to pursue independent research in observational astronomy, theoretical astrophysics, and astronomical instrumentation. Fellows benefit from access to world-class observing facilities in Chile (including the Magellan, du Pont, and Swope telescopes), high-performance computing resources, and a vibrant, collaborative scientific community in Pasadena, CA. Multiple fellowship tracks are available—including the Carnegie Fellowship (observational/instrumentation), the Brinson Prize Fellowship (instrumentation), and several theoretical astrophysics fellowships (CTAC, Carnegie-Caltech, and Carnegie-USC). Fellows are encouraged to develop their own research agendas, collaborate with leading astronomers, and contribute to the broader astronomical community.
