Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
Supporting future leaders in math/science through postdoctoral research fellowships to enhance their scientific development in various fields.
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Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: October 20, 2027 (Full proposal, 5 p.m. submitter’s local time)
Funding Amounts: $190,000 per fellowship over 48 months, including 24 months of stipend support
Summary: Supports early-career mathematics and statistics researchers through mentored postdoctoral research and professional development.
Key Information: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or legally admitted permanent residents when submitting.
Description
The Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF), run by NSF’s Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences, support future leaders in mathematics and statistics. Awards fund research in these fields, including applications to other disciplines, while giving fellows flexibility to choose postdoctoral environments with substantial impact on their scientific development.
Fellows affiliate with a host institution throughout the fellowship and arrange a sponsoring scientist who provides research guidance and mentoring. The program emphasizes close collaboration, training, and preparation for an independent research career. Applicants choose between a Research Fellowship focused on full-time research and a Research Instructorship combining research support with opportunities to gain teaching experience.
