Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship
A twelve-month postdoctoral fellowship at CFR for original, policy-relevant research on nuclear security, emphasizing independent projects and mentorship.
Funder: Council on Foreign Relations
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (application deadline, projected) | January 2027 (extended deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $110,000 stipend for a twelve-month postdoctoral fellowship (2027–28 cycle); one award annually.
Summary: Twelve-month fellowship for postdoctoral scholars to conduct original research on nuclear security and produce policy-relevant work at CFR.
Description
The Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship provides postdoctoral scholars with a twelve-month opportunity to conduct independent, policy-relevant research on nuclear security issues at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) in New York or Washington, DC. Fellows design and lead their own research projects, produce at least one policy-relevant document during their fellowship year, and contribute to CFR's ongoing work on nuclear security. The program emphasizes innovative solutions to challenges such as arms control, nuclear proliferation, emerging technologies, and great-power rivalry. Fellows are paired with a senior researcher for mentorship and participate in the annual Stanton Nuclear Security Seminar.
