Simons Society of Fellows Nominations 2027
Forecasted
Simons Society of Fellows Nominations 2027 supports young scientists’ independent research at New York City educational institutions to build a scientific community and foster exchange across disciplines.
Funder: Simons Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: Published 2027/28 stipend: $102,799 plus fringe benefits and $10,000 research allowance; appointments up to three years
Summary: Supports young scientists’ independent research at New York City educational institutions and intellectual exchange across disciplines.
Key Information: Nomination required; fellows must reside in NYC during academic terms and participate in required Society activities.
Description
The Simons Foundation’s Society of Fellows supports outstanding young scientists conducting independent research at educational institutions in New York City. The program builds a community across scientific disciplines and research centers, combining research support with regular intellectual exchange. Fellows must attend weekly lectures and dinners during the academic year, an annual conference, and a four-day weekend retreat.
Supported fields include pure and applied mathematics; computer and information science; life sciences, including genetics, cellular and organismic biology, neuroscience and basic biomedical research; and physical and engineering sciences, including astronomy, chemistry, engineering, earth sciences and physics. Senior Fellows select Junior Fellows through a competitive nomination and interview process. Fewer than 10 percent of nominees are selected.
