James Smithson Fellowship Program
The James Smithson Fellowship Program at the Smithsonian Institution supports postdoctoral research on migration using interdisciplinary and policy-relevant approaches.
Funder: Smithsonian Institution
Due Dates: February 15, 2025 | October 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: $62,000 stipend plus $5,000 research allowance for a 12-month term; additional relocation and health insurance allowances may be available.
Summary: Supports early career postdoctoral researchers studying migration through interdisciplinary approaches, connecting research with public policy.
Description
The James Smithson Fellowship Program, offered by the Smithsonian Institution, provides early career postdoctoral researchers with a unique opportunity to explore the theme of migration from interdisciplinary perspectives. Fellows engage directly with Smithsonian researchers and collections, using migration as a lens to examine its influence across science, art, history, and culture. The program fosters an environment for deepening expertise, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and reflection on the broader policy implications of research, leveraging the Smithsonian's resources and mission.
