Fellowship Program (Predoctoral, Postdoctoral, and Postdoctoral Associate Grants)
Forecasted
This fellowship program funds predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers in New Jersey to advance innovative and inclusive autism research, supported by the Governor's Council for Medical Research and Treatment of Autism.
Funder: New Jersey Governor's Council for Medical Research and Treatment of Autism
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Letter of Intent) | March 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Award levels and duration vary by mechanism; see RFA for details. Typical awards are up to $100,000/year, with duration depending on fellowship type.
Summary: Supports predoctoral, postdoctoral, and postdoctoral associate researchers in autism, advancing research capacity and diversity through competitive fellowships in New Jersey.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates and details are projected and subject to change.
Description
The Fellowship Program from the New Jersey Governor's Council for Medical Research and Treatment of Autism offers three distinct mechanisms—Predoctoral Fellowships, Postdoctoral Fellowships, and Postdoctoral Associate Grants—to cultivate a pipeline of autism researchers and promote diversity within the field. These awards provide funding and training support for researchers at different career stages, from early graduate students to postdoctoral associates transitioning to independent faculty roles. The program emphasizes research excellence, innovation, and inclusivity, with a strong focus on projects that advance understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and service delivery for Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Awards are intended to strengthen New Jersey’s autism research capacity and support the development of a more diverse and inclusive scientific workforce.
