Dear Sir or Madam,
We are asking your assistance in forwarding this message to inform students and faculty in your department of these outstanding
research opportunities.
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine administers postdoctoral and senior research awards at
participating federal laboratories and affiliated institutions at locations throughout the U.S and abroad.
We are seeking highly qualified candidates who hold, or anticipate earning, a doctorate in a variety of fields of science
or engineering. Degrees from foreign universities should be equivalent in training and research experience to a doctoral degree from a U.S. institution. Citizenship eligibility varies among the sponsoring laboratories.
Application deadline dates (four annual review cycles):
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February 1
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May 1
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August 1
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November 1
Awardees have the opportunity to:
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Conduct independent research in an area compatible with the interests of the sponsoring laboratory
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Devote full-time effort to research and publication
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Access the excellent and often unique facilities of the federal research enterprise
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Collaborate with leading scientists and engineers at the sponsoring laboratories
Awardee benefits include:
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Stipends ranging from $45,000 to $87,000; may be higher based on experience
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Health insurance (including dental and vision), relocation benefits, and a professional travel allowance
For detailed program information, to search Research Opportunities, and to contact prospective Research Adviser(s) visit
www.nas.edu/rap.
Thank you for your assistance in promoting these opportunities.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth M. Prescott, D.Phil.
Director, Fellowships Office