Frank M. Chapman Memorial Fund Fellowship: Ornithology
The Frank M. Chapman Memorial Fund Fellowship supports in-residence postdoctoral or senior research at AMNH in avian systematics, evolution, or biogeography, with mentorship from Ornithology Curators.
Funder: American Museum of Natural History
Due Dates: November 15, 2026 (annual submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: One- or two-year fellowship; includes stipend and research budget (exact amount varies by project; typically 1–2 fellowships awarded per year)
Summary: Supports in-residence postdoctoral or senior research in avian systematics, evolution, and biogeography at AMNH.
Key Information: Prior discussion with an AMNH Ornithology Curator is required before applying.
Description
The Frank M. Chapman Memorial Fund Fellowship is a prestigious, highly competitive program supporting advanced research in ornithology at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH). The fellowship is designed primarily for postdoctoral researchers, but senior scholars on sabbatical may also be eligible. Projects must focus on avian systematics, evolution, or biogeography, and all research is to be conducted in residence at AMNH. Fellows work closely with a Curator in the Department of Ornithology, receiving mentorship and access to the museum’s extensive collections and facilities. The program aims to advance ornithological science through focused, collaborative research.
