Carnegie Fellowship
Carnegie Fellowship supports postdoctoral researchers pursuing independent work in observational astrophysics or astronomical instrumentation to advance research using Carnegie Science’s resources.
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Funder: Carnegie Science
Due Dates: November 2, 2026 (Application) | November 9, 2026 (Reference letters)
Funding Amounts: $87,500 annual starting salary plus approximately $12,000 annually for research; two years, renewable for a third year
Summary: Supports independent, long-term research in observational astrophysics or astronomical instrumentation at Carnegie Science Observatories.
Key Information: Applicants must complete all Ph.D. requirements before beginning the fellowship in fall 2027.
Description
The Carnegie Postdoctoral Research Fellowship supports long-term research in observational astrophysics or astronomical instrumentation at Carnegie Science Observatories in Pasadena, California. Fellows pursue research topics of their own choice, with access to Carnegie’s observing facilities on the same basis as scientific staff. The fellowship begins in fall 2027.
The Observatories provide a research environment for observers, instrumentalists, and theorists, with access to telescopes at Las Campanas Observatory in Chile, Sloan Digital Sky Survey V resources, and scientific computing facilities. Selection emphasizes research knowledge and accomplishments, the potential impact of proposed work, use of Carnegie’s scientific resources, and broader impact contributions to the applicant’s department or the wider astronomical community.
