EPL Postdoctoral Fellowships
The EPL Postdoctoral Fellowships from Carnegie Science support independent, cross-disciplinary research in Earth and planetary sciences with access to advanced facilities and mentoring at the Earth & Planets Laboratory.
Funder: Carnegie Science
Due Dates: November 3, 2025 | November 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typically 1 year, renewable for a second year; includes salary, research/travel support, and access to world-class facilities.
Summary: Supports early-career researchers to conduct independent research at the Earth & Planets Laboratory with extensive mentoring, facilities, and professional development.
Description
The EPL Postdoctoral Fellowships at Carnegie Science offer outstanding early-career researchers the opportunity to join the Earth & Planets Laboratory (EPL) in Washington, D.C. Fellows conduct independent research in collaboration with Carnegie scientists across a wide range of fields, including geophysics, geodynamics, geochemistry, geobiology, volcanology, experimental petrology, mineral physics, planetary science, cosmochemistry, astrobiology, astronomy, data science, and materials science. The program is designed to foster scientific leadership through access to state-of-the-art laboratory and computational facilities, professional development workshops, and a vibrant, interdisciplinary research community.
Fellows benefit from hands-on mentoring, career development opportunities, and funding for travel and publications. EPL emphasizes a collaborative environment, encouraging bold research and cross-disciplinary engagement.
