Postdoctoral Research Awards
The Fulbright Postdoctoral Research Awards support recent U.S. PhD graduates to conduct research, teach, and build academic networks at Canadian institutions across diverse disciplines.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026: Full application submission deadline | September 15, 2026: Recommender letters submission deadline | September 25, 2026: Invitation letter upload deadline
Funding Amounts: US$30,000 for 9 months (UNBC) | US$25,000 for 9 months (Ottawa) | CA$45,000/year for 2 years (Windsor); up to 3 awards/year; durations 9–24 months
Summary: Supports recent U.S. PhD graduates to conduct research, teach, and build academic networks at Canadian institutions, fostering U.S.–Canada academic and cultural exchange.
Key Information: PhD must be conferred within 5 years of grant start; U.S. citizenship required; invitation letter optional but encouraged.
Description
The Fulbright Postdoctoral Research Awards for Canada enable recent U.S. PhD graduates to undertake original research, teach, mentor, and build professional networks at leading Canadian institutions. The program aims to foster international understanding and collaboration by supporting early career scholars in a range of disciplines, including innovation, social sciences, humanities, STEM, and open fields aligned with host institution priorities. Awardees may engage in research, limited teaching, public talks, and community outreach, helping to strengthen academic and cultural ties between the United States and Canada.
