Post-Doctoral Membership
IAS Post-Doctoral Memberships support early-career mathematicians and theoretical computer scientists for 1–2 years of independent, full-time research in a collaborative academic setting.
Funder: Institute for Advanced Study
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 (Annual application deadline for Post-Doctoral Membership)
Funding Amounts: Stipendiary positions; approximately 35 awards/year; 1–2 year duration; specific stipend not stated
Summary: Supports early-career mathematicians and theoretical computer scientists (within 5 years of Ph.D.) for full-time research through 1–2 year post-doctoral memberships.
Description
The Institute for Advanced Study's School of Mathematics offers Post-Doctoral Memberships to early-career researchers in mathematics and theoretical computer science. Approximately 35 stipendiary positions are available annually, providing recipients with the opportunity to pursue independent, full-time research in a highly collaborative environment. Memberships are typically awarded for one or two years, with access to on-campus housing and institutional resources for stays of 2–11 months. The program is designed to foster intellectual growth by freeing scholars from teaching and administrative duties, supporting both personal research agendas and engagement with the broader IAS community.
