National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine - Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Amount: $55,000
Deadline: December
Level: postdoc
Renewable: No

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About

The Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships are awarded to individuals who have demonstrated superior academic achievement and are committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US, Permanent Resident
  • GPA: Competitive
  • Demographic: Individuals from underrepresented groups in academia
  • Individuals who have recently obtained a PhD or will obtain one by the start of the fellowship

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Personal Statement
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research Plan
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation

Timeline

Applications open in September. Deadline in December. Notifications in late March.

Tips

Clearly articulate your commitment to diversity and your potential impact on academia. Highlight your research interests and their relevance.