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The Center for Advanced Study Sofia (CAS Sofia) calls for applications for the Gerda Henkel Fellowship. This program is for fundamental historical research in humanities and the social sciences. Apply now!
Date Posted: 22 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Metascience & Al Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025. This is a postdoctoral fellowship program for grants of up to $250,000 USD to support early career researchers in the social sciences and humanities (with particular emphasis on philosophy, sociology of science, and metascience) who are interested in building a career in understanding the implications of Al for the science and research ecosystem.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Are you interested in Al's social impacts in the majority world? Here is your opportunity to contribute to a groundbreaking publication that influences policy and decision-making worldwide. Apply now!
Date Posted: 14 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Royal Society Industry Fellowship 2025/2026. The Industry Fellowship is part of the Royal Society's wider Science and Industry Programme, which strives to promote the value and importance of science by connecting academia, industry and government.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Coimbra Group Universities Scholarship Programme 2025/2026. Coimbra Group Universities have been providing, since 2008, young researchers from universities in Sub-Saharan Africa with the opportunity to spend a short period (generally 1 to 3 months) at a Coimbra Group University to carry out part of their research there.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme 2025/2026 for Young Professors & Researchers from Latin American Universities. The Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Young Professors and Researchers from Latin American Universities was launched for the first time in January 2004.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for EMBL CPP Fellowships for scientific visitors. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the EMBL-UNESCO Residency in Infection Biology Research 2025. The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), in partnership with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), are calling for applications from young women scientists working on infection biology to conduct a short-term research project at EMBL during 2025.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program 2025-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) Digital Policy Hub Program 2025-2026. The new Digital Policy Hub at the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) hosts a diverse group of emerging, innovative thinkers from the social, natural and applied sciences, providing opportunities for them to further develop their own research, analytical and policy skills.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 University of Bonn SDG Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Nordic Africa Institute African Scholarship Programme 2026. The purpose of the African Scholarship Programme is to provide opportunities for early career researchers based in Africa to work and develop their ongoing research at the Nordic Africa Institute. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the LCRF Leading Edge Research Grant Program 2025. This grant program aims to fund innovative projects across the full spectrum of basic, translational, clinical, epidemiological, health services, early detection, disparities, and social determinants of health research.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
The Institute of Global Value Inquiry (IGVI) invites applications from scholars specialising in African feminist philosophies to join the African Gender Equality Research Group.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Royal Society Newton International Fellowship 2025. The Newton International Fellowship (NIF) programme provides support for outstanding early career researchers to make a first step towards developing an independent research career through gaining experience across international borders. The fellowships enable researchers to access expertise, gain new perspectives and build long-lasting collaborative relationships. This scheme is jointly run by the British Academy and the Royal Society.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2025
Get your best ideas about greenhouse gas removal off the shelf. Apply now for the Homeworld Collective Garden Grants 2025. The Homeworld Collective is funding ambitious, early-stage projects at the intersection of biotechnology and greenhouse gas removal.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Einstein Award for Promoting Quality in Research 2025. The Einstein Award for Promoting Quality in Research in cooperation with the QUEST Center for Responsible Research at the Berlin Institute of Health at Charite honors researchers, institutions, and early career researchers around the globe whose work helps to fundamentally advance the quality, transparency, and reproducibility of science and research.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2025
With the support of the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), UNESCO-TWAS launched a new programme to strengthen the capacity of African countries lagging in science and technology. The programme is aimed at early career researchers who have obtained their PhD abroad and have recently returned or will shortly return to an academic position in their home country. Grants are awarded to promising high-level research projects in Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Earth sciences, Engineering, Information Computer Technology, Mathematics, Medical Sciences and Physics carried out in African countries lagging in science and technology identified by TWAS.
Date Posted: 01 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the FENS/BRO-PERC Exchange Fellowships 2025. Directed at Master and PhD students as well as early-career postdocs in Europe, this program aims to foster and broaden their scope of methodological training by supporting goal-directed laboratory visits in established European laboratories.
Date Posted: 01 Feb, 2025
The Rising Star Africa Prize is awarded to early-career research scientists based in Africa who are making an innovative contribution to the physical, mathematical and engineering sciences. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2025
What is a postdoctoral opportunity?
A postdoctoral opportunity is an advanced research position that allows individuals with a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) to gain additional training and experience in their field. It generally involves working on specific research projects under the mentorship of senior researchers or professors.
Who can apply for a postdoctoral position?
Most postdoctoral positions are open to individuals who have recently completed their doctoral degree. Some opportunities may also require specific qualifications, research experience, or skills relevant to the field or project.
How long do post-doctoral positions last?
Post-doctoral positions typically last between one to three years, though the duration can vary depending on the funding source, research project, or institution.
Are post-doctoral positions paid?
Yes, most postdoctoral opportunities come with a salary or stipend. The amount depends on the institution, country, and funding source. Some positions may also include additional benefits such as health insurance, travel allowances, and research grants.
What are the benefits of pursuing a postdoctoral opportunity?
Some benefits of pursuing a postdoctoral opportunity include:
Gaining advanced research skills and expertise.
Building a strong academic or professional network.
Improving your CV for future faculty or industry positions.
Contributing to significant projects and publications in your field.
Do post-doctoral fellows teach?
It depends on the institution and role. Some post-doctoral fellows may be required to teach or assist with undergraduate and graduate courses, while others may focus solely on research.
What organizations fund postdoctoral researchers?
Many organizations provide grants and fellowships for post-doctoral researchers. Some notable ones include:
Leverhulme Trust.
What are the challenges of pursuing a post-doctoral opportunity?
Common challenges may include:
High competition for positions.
Temporary contracts with no long-term job security.
Balancing research responsibilities with personal goals.
What are the key skills needed for a successful post-doctoral experience?
The essential skills youare need to succeed include:
Advanced research expertise.
Grant writing and securing funding.
Networking and collaboration.
Leadership and project management.
Can I pursue a postdoctoral opportunity in a different field from my PhD?
Yes, interdisciplinary postdoctoral opportunities exist. However, you may need to demonstrate how your skills and experience are transferable to the new field.