Simons Fellows in Mathematics - Simons Foundation
The Simons Fellows in Mathematics program funds full-year sabbaticals for tenured math faculty to support uninterrupted theoretical research and foster innovation in the mathematical sciences.
Funder: Simons Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline via SAM — October 1, 12:00 p.m. EDT, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $125,000 for salary replacement plus up to $10,000 for leave-related expenses; maximum total request $162,000 (including 20% overhead)
Summary: Supports full-year sabbatical research leaves for tenured mathematics faculty at U.S. or Canadian institutions, enabling uninterrupted theoretical research.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to tenured faculty in mathematics departments; must use Simons Award Manager (SAM) for application.
Description
The Simons Fellows in Mathematics program, administered by the Simons Foundation’s Mathematics and Physical Sciences (MPS) division, is designed to make sabbatical research leaves more productive for faculty by extending them from a single term to a full academic year. The fellowship provides salary replacement and leave-related support, enabling recipients to focus exclusively on theoretical mathematics research without teaching or administrative duties. Awards are based on the applicant’s recent scientific accomplishments and the potential impact of the proposed research during the leave. The program aims to foster creativity and productivity, expand pathways for diverse researchers, and strengthen the mathematical sciences community.
