Postdoctoral Research Awards
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The Fulbright Scholar Program's Postdoctoral Research Awards fund early career U.S. scholars to conduct original research and engage academically at Canadian institutions across diverse fields.
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Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (application deadline) | September 2027 (invitation letter deadline)
Funding Amounts: US$30,000–US$45,000 per year (amount varies by host/institution; 9–24 months); up to 3 awards per cycle.
Summary: Supports early career U.S. scholars to conduct postdoctoral research and engage with Canadian institutions and communities.
Key Information: Ph.D. must be conferred within five years of grant start; U.S. citizenship required.
Description
This award supports early career U.S. scholars (within five years of Ph.D. conferral) in conducting original postdoctoral research at select Canadian institutions. The program aims to foster international collaboration, professional development, and deeper cross-border understanding by enabling fellows to engage in research, teaching, mentoring, and community outreach in Canada. Scholars may pursue independent research, collaborate on host-designated projects, advise students, teach courses, and participate in public engagement activities.
