Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: January 14, 2025 | October 29, 2025 | Last Wednesday in October, annually thereafter
Funding Amounts: ~$2.78M total program funding; individual awards for up to 2 years, salary set at GS-11 Step 1 (with locality adjustment), plus $15,000/year for research/professional development
Summary: Supports postdoctoral researchers in Earth sciences to pursue independent research and professional development at eligible U.S. institutions.
Key Information: Awards are made to host institutions (not individuals); strong justification required if remaining at PhD or current institution.