Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Programs
AMNH postdoctoral fellowships support early-career scientists to conduct collaborative research in anthropology, zoology, paleontology, physical sciences, and related fields using the Museum's resources.
Funder: American Museum of Natural History
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Main Postdoctoral Fellowship, Annette Kade Postdoctoral Fellowship, Frank M. Chapman Memorial Fund Fellowship)
Funding Amounts: Postdoctoral Fellowships: ~$71,181/year (2 years typical); Kade: $4,000/month for 3 months + up to $1,500 travel; Chapman: 1–2 years, stipend varies by project.
Summary: Fellowships for early-career scientists to conduct research with Museum professionals in anthropology, zoology, paleontology, physical sciences, and related fields.
Key Information: All deadlines are projected; confirm details on the program website.
Description
The American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) offers a suite of postdoctoral research fellowships aimed at advancing the training of early-career scientists. Fellows work on specific, time-limited research projects in collaboration with Museum professionals, gaining access to world-class collections, laboratories, and curatorial expertise. Research areas span Anthropology, Invertebrate Zoology, Paleontology, Physical Sciences (Astrophysics and Earth & Planetary Sciences), and Vertebrate Zoology, with opportunities for both U.S. and international researchers. Several specialized fellowships are available, including the Annette Kade Postdoctoral Fellowship (for French and German institution scholars), the Frank M. Chapman Memorial Fund Fellowship (ornithology), and others. Fellows are expected to conduct their research on-site at the Museum, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovative scientific discovery.
