OCIO Biodiversity Genomics Postdoctoral Fellowship
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OCIO Biodiversity Genomics Postdoctoral Fellowship supports postdoctoral researchers in genomics and data-intensive projects to advance research and collaboration through the Smithsonian’s Data Science Lab.
This grant was recently updated
The maximum research allowance is now specified as $5,000 per year, rather than $5,000 without an annual basis.
Funder: Smithsonian Institution
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $60,000 stipend, $5,000 for health insurance, and $5,000 research allowance; one year, potentially renewable for one additional year
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research in biodiversity genomics and other data-intensive fields through the Smithsonian’s OCIO Data Science Lab.
Key Information: Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in a biological or computational discipline and demonstrate independent research ability.
Description
The Office of the Chief Information Officer’s Data Science Lab at the Smithsonian Institution supports data-intensive research and collaboration across Smithsonian units, universities, and other institutions. The lab was formed in response to the dramatic growth of digital data across the Smithsonian. Its research includes biodiversity genomics and machine learning applications involving digitized museum collections and archives.
Fellows may design their own research project or build on the lab’s existing projects and collaborations. Those interested in teaching may also become certified Carpentries instructors and teach genomics and data science skills through the lab’s training program for Smithsonian staff, fellows, and interns. This teaching opportunity is optional.
