Carnegie Fellowship
The Carnegie Fellowship funds independent postdoctoral research in observational astrophysics or astronomical instrumentation at Carnegie Observatories, offering access to top telescopes and computing resources.
Funder: Carnegie Science
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Full application & reference letters, both projected)
Funding Amounts: Annual salary ~$84,500 plus ~$12,000/year research budget; 2-year term, renewable for a third year.
Summary: Supports independent postdoctoral research in observational astrophysics or astronomical instrumentation at the Carnegie Observatories, with access to premier telescopes and computing facilities.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; deadlines are projected and may change.
Description
The Carnegie Fellowship is a prestigious postdoctoral program supporting long-term, independent research in observational astrophysics and/or astronomical instrumentation. Fellows are encouraged to pursue research topics of their choosing within these areas and benefit from access to the Carnegie Observatories’ world-class facilities, including the Magellan, du Pont, and Swope telescopes in Chile, as well as high-performance computing resources. The program is designed to foster scientific discovery and professional growth in a collaborative, supportive environment.
