Mark your calendars for November 2026, when the next biannual competition cycle is now scheduled to open (shifting from a previously projected October deadline). Funding details have been expanded to clarify that the 10-year faculty support phase consists of two 5-year terms and includes full salary, benefits, and capital equipment funds. Additionally, the eligibility guidelines now explicitly encourage applicants from historically underrepresented backgrounds and confirm that U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is not required.
Funder: Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Due Dates: November 2026 (next competition opens)
Funding Amounts: Up to 2 years of postdoctoral support, followed by up to 10 years of faculty support (as a Freeman Hrabowski Scholar); includes salary, research funds, and professional development.
Summary: Supports outstanding postdoctoral researchers at eligible US institutions as they transition to faculty roles, fostering leadership, inclusivity, and scientific discovery within the HHMI community.
Key Information: The program now operates in conjunction with the Freeman Hrabowski Scholars Program; postdocs apply as part of that competition.