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On this page is a listing of postdocs. Fellowships, summer programs, and travel grants are located on other pages, but cross-listing may occur.

Information about how to apply for postdocs.

Contents

Instructions for Postdoc Listings

Postdocs should be listed (and updated!) in chronological order. Current postdocs should be listed from nearest deadline to most distant, while past postdocs should be listed from most recently past to the longest past. Begin your listing with a subsection header so that it appears in the table of contents. If you'd like to have a separate wiki page for your postdoc, you're more than welcome, but please place the link to that page in the appropriate place.


Current Postdocs

International School of Advanced Study, Trieste, Italy 10.05.2007

Deadline: 10.05.2007

Applicants: Postdocs

The International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA) in Trieste is offering 1 two-year post-doctoral fellowship in the Functional Analysis and Applications Sector of the School in the research field of Standing waves for nonlinear Schrődinger equations.

The yearly gross amount of the fellowship will be either € 15,500.00 (junior level) or € 21,600.00 (senior level), depending on the experience and scientific qualifications of the selected candidates. The level of the fellowship will be decided by the selection committee and this decision will be final.

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National Security Agency Young Investigators Grant 10.15.2007

Deadline: 10.15.2007

Applicants: Postdocs

This award is available to promising investigators within ten years of receiving the Ph.D. The basic award is a bottom line figure of $15,000 per year for each of two years. Awards cover the direct costs of up to two months of summer salary per year plus fringes, a small amount for travel and expenses, and a university payment in lieu of indirect cost of 15% of the direct costs. Young Investigator proposals will be graded more generously than Standard Grant proposals. Subject to the same 15% in lieu of indirect, a young investigator proposal may also ask for graduate student support (other than tuition) not to exceed $5,000 per student per year, as well as limited funds for computer equipment, as long as the total costs of the project fall within $15,000.

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NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship 10.15.2007

Deadline: 10.15.2007

Applicants: Canadian citizen postdoc having their Ph.D. no more than 2 years.

Award: $40,000 (Canadian) per year for up two years

These fellowships provide support to a core of the most promising researchers at a pivotal time in their careers. The fellowships are also intended to secure a supply of highly qualified Canadians with leading-edge scientific and research skills for Canadian industry, government, and universities. NSERC encourages qualified Aboriginal students who are interested in the program to apply.

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NSF Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships 10.17.2007

Deadline: Third Wednesday of October every year.

Applicants: U.S. Citizen postdocs having their Ph.D. no more than 2 years.

The purpose of the Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF) is to support future leaders in the mathematical sciences by enabling them to participate in research environments that will have maximal impact on their future scientific development. There will be two options for awardees: Research Fellowship and Research Instructorship. Awards will be made for appropriate research in areas of the mathematical sciences, including applications to other disciplines.

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American-Scandinavian Fellowships and Grants 11.01.2007

Deadline: 11.01.2007

Applicants: Grad students for fellowships, postdocs for grants.

The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) offers fellowships (up to $20,000) and grants (normally $4,000) to individuals to pursue research or study in one or more Scandinavian country for up to one year. Awards are made in all fields.

Applicants must have a well-defined research or study project that makes a stay in Scandinavia essential. Applicants must be United States citizens or permanent residents. Applicants must have completed their undergraduate education by the start of their project in Scandinavia. Team projects are eligible, but each member must apply as an individual, submitting a separate, fully-documented application. First priority will be given to applicants who have not previously received an ASF award. Only in exceptional cases will a third award be considered.

The ASF considers it desirable that all candidates have at least some ability in the language of the host country, even if it is not essential for the execution of the research plan.

Projects should be planned to fall within the summer 2008 - summer 2009 period. Grants are considered especially suitable for post-graduate scholars, professionals, and candidates in the arts to carry out research or study visits of one to three months duration. Fellowships are intended to support a year-long stay. Priority is given to candidates at the graduate level for dissertation-related study or research. The awards support project-related costs, including maintenance, trans-Atlantic round-trip travel, in-country travel, tuition and fees (where applicable) and materials expenditures (e.g., books, photocopying, art supplies).

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President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 11.01.2007

Deadline: 11.01.2007

Applicants: Women and minorities

THE PROGRAM The University of California President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program was established in 1984 to encourage outstanding women and minority Ph.D. recipients to pursue academic careers at the University of California.  The current President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program offers postdoctoral research fellowships and faculty mentoring to qualified scholars committed to university careers in research, teaching, and service that will enhance the diversity of the academic community at the University of California.  For fellowships in the Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Professions, the program prefers candidates whose research emphasizes issues such as diversity, multi-culturalism and communities underserved by traditional academic research.  For fellowships in Mathematics, Engineering, Life Science and Physical Science, the program prefers candidates with a demonstrated record of mentoring or outreach activities that promote access and opportunity in higher education.

AWARDS AND APPOINTMENTS Fellowships are awarded for research conducted under faculty sponsorship on any one of the University of California's ten campuses.  The University awards 15-20 postdoctoral fellowships every year.  The annual award is for $40-50,000, depending on the field and level of experience.  The award includes stipend, health, vision and dental benefits, and up to $4,000 for research-related expenses.  Each award is for a 12-month period, renewable for one year upon demonstration of academic productivity and participation in program events.

ELIGIBILITY Fellowships are awarded through competitions open to citizens and permanent residents of the United States.  Applications from qualified persons are accepted and reviewed without regard to race, gender, or ethnicity.  Only those who anticipate completion of their Ph.D. degrees by July 1, 2008 should apply.

APPLICATION Online application is available on the web at: http://www.ucop.edu/acadadv/ppfp/ Application deadline is November 1, 2007.

Further Information: Kimberly Adkinson, Program Coordinator President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program University of California - Office of the President 1111 Franklin Street, 11th Floor Oakland, CA  94607-5200


Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Postdoc 11.02.2007

Deadline: 11.02.2007

Applicants: Postdocs.

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is currently accepting applications for its prestigious Lawrence Fellowship. Applications can be submitted through our website: http://fellowship.llnl.gov. They must be completed no later than November 2, 2007.

The Lawrence Fellowship is now in its tenth year. It was established to provide outstanding postdoctoral scientists an opportunity to pursue cutting-edge science and stimulate cross-fertilization of ideas. The successful candidates have freedom to pursue world-class research with ample resources to support their efforts. The Fellows will interact with scientists having a wide range of expertise, and the Laboratory is committed to making their experience at LLNL positive and rewarding. The salary is very competitive.

This three-year Fellowship is awarded to candidates with exceptional talent, credentials, scientific track records, and potential for significant achievements. Candidates must have received their Ph.D. within five (5) years of beginning the Fellowship. Typically, two to four awards are given each year. After their three-year term, the Fellows may consider any career option, including staying at the Laboratory. Fellows will choose original and independent research in one or more aspects of science relevant to the competencies at LLNL.

Further information is available at website. You may contact me at burnett21@llnl.gov if you have any questions.

Kate Burnett, University Relations Program, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Phone: 925-422-0394, Fax: 925-422-3519, E-mail: burnett21@llnl.gov


American Association of University Women American Fellowships 11.15.2007

Deadline: 11.15.07

Applicants: Women U.S. citizens or permanent residents pursuing a PhD.

  • Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship $30,000
  • Dissertation Fellowship $20,000
  • Summer/Short-Term Research Publication Grant $6,000
  • Fellowship year July 1, 2008-June 30, 2009

American Fellowships support women doctoral candidates completing dissertations or scholars seeking funds for postdoctoral research leave from accredited institutions. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Candidates are evaluated on the basis of scholarly excellence, teaching experience, and active commitment to helping women and girls through service in their communities, professions, or fields of research.

Candidates may apply for only one of the awards described below. Former recipients of these awards are not eligible to apply for additional American Fellowships or publication grants.

  • Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowships offer one-year support for women who will have earned a doctoral degree by Nov. 15, 2007. Postdoctoral fellowships are available in the arts and humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences; one is designated for a woman from an underrepresented group in any field. Limited additional funds may be available when matched by the fellow's institution.
  • Dissertation Fellowships are available to women who will complete their dissertation writing between July 1, 2008, and June 30, 2009. To qualify, applicants must have completed all course work, passed all required preliminary examinations, and received approval for their research proposal or plan by Nov. 15, 2007. Students holding any fellowship for writing a dissertation in the year prior to the AAUW Educational Foundation fellowship year are not eligible. Open to applicants in all fields of study, except engineering. (For engineering, see Selected Professions Fellowships.) Scholars engaged in researching gender issues are encouraged to apply.
  • Summer/Short-Term Research Publication Grants fund women college and university faculty and independent researchers to prepare research for publication. Applicants may be tenure track, part-time, or temporary faculty or new or established scholars and researchers at universities. Time must be available for eight consecutive weeks of final writing, editing, and responding to issues raised in critical reviews. Funds cannot be used for undertaking research. Applicants must have received their doctorates by the application deadline. Scholars with strong publishing records should seek other funding.

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American Association of University Women International Fellowship 12.01.2007

Deadline: 12.01.2007

Applicants: Women pursuing a Masters, PhD or postdoc who are NOT U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research in the United States to women who are not United States citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and postgraduate study at accredited institutions are supported. Several of fellowships are available for study outside of the U.S. for members of the International Federation of University women.

  • Master's/Professional Fellowship $18,000
  • Doctorate Fellowship $20,000
  • Postdoctoral Fellowship $30,000
  • Fellowship year July 1, 2008-June 30, 2009

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Fields Institute Postdoctoral Fellowships 12.07.2007

Deadline: 12.07.2007, but later applications will be considered

Applicants: Recent Phds.

Description: Applications are invited for postdoctoral fellowship positions for the 2008-2009 academic year. The (Fall) Thematic Program on Arithmetic Geometry, Hyperbolic Geometry and Related Topics will take place at the Institute July to December 2008 and the (Winter/Spring) Thematic Program on O-Minimal Structures and Real Analytic Geometry will take place at the Institute from January to June 2009.

The fellowships provide for a period of engagement in research and participation in the activities of the Institute. They may be offered in conjunction with partner universities, through which a further period of support may be possible. List on the cover sheet of the application any faculty members, at universities affiliated with the Fields Institute, who you believe are appropriate. You are encouraged to apply directly to these other institutions as well. If applicants do not wish their application to be shared with affiliated universities, for this purpose, they should note this information in their letter of application.

In addition to regular postdoctoral support, one recipient will be awarded the Institute's prestigious Jerrold E. Marsden Postdoctoral Fellowship. It pays a stipend and provides for a twelve-month period at the Institute for research and participation in the activities of the core program. No teaching is required. In addition to the stipend, a $2,000 (Cdn) research grant will be available during the tenure of the award.

Applicants seeking postdoctoral fellowships funded by other agencies (such as NSERC or international fellowships) are encouraged to request the Fields Institute as their proposed location of tenure, and should apply to the Institute for a letter of invitation.

Eligibility: Qualified candidates who will have a recent PhD in either of these areas, or a related area of the mathematical sciences are encouraged to apply.

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Mathematical Sciences of Paris Foundation 01.21.2008

Deadline: 01.21.2008

Applicants: Postdocs, especially non-French residents

15 postdocs available, including a young chair.

With this message, I want to advertise for two of the major programs of the Mathematical Sciences of Paris Foundation. This Foundation, which federates 10  labs in the center of Paris, has been recently created to promote and fund mathematical research.(see [www.sciencesmaths-paris.fr website])

The postdoctoral program: The call for proposals is open to French, but also and mainly to foreign athematicians. It consists in 15 positions in all fields of mathematical sciences, including theoretical computer sciences. Concerning major institutions, particularly from US, we are also interested in receiving applications from some postdocs who want to spend one year, probably the second one, of their three-year postdoc in one of the labs of the Foundation. Considering the intense scientific activity around the Foundation, we think such a position would be for a young researcher a great experience of real benefit at the early stage of a scientific carreer. The salary is 2500 euros, plus health insurance and social coverage.

The Foundation's award : It consists of a prize of 10.000 euros awarded to a young mathematician. We expect candidates with outstanding research records, at the level of assistant professor position or tenure track position (around the French habilitation). The award winner will have a research position for one year in one of the lab of the Foundation and give a topic graduate course of 20 hours during his/her year of residence in France. The salary is 2500 euros, plus health insurance, social coverage and housing in the center of Paris.


Clay Mathematics Institute Summer Fellowship 02.15.2008

Deadline: 02.15.2008

Applicants: graduating PhD students.

The Clay Math Institute offers one month fellowships during a mathematician's first summer after completion of the PhD. Support includes salary and travel funds. The fellowship may be held anywhere.

For details please see webpage.

Candidates are nominated to the Clay institute by our department. This is a competitive award; our department has been awarded a total of five fellowships over the past two years.

Anyone who wishes to be nominated should submit a CV and two letters of recommendation to (?) by (?). Those whose applications are deemed most competitive will be nominated by the department.

The CV should include:

name, address, telephone, e-mail, date of birth, citizenship, education, thesis title, honors, previous employment, reference to published work or submitted articles, and proposed research description. Letters of recommendation already written for job applications do suffice. One of the two letters must be from the thesis supervisor.

Students who are not US citizens or green card holders must ensure that their visa status is compatible with summer employment by the Clay institute; please consult carefully the above URL. These students should submit notes explaining their visa status along with their CV and letters.

Each nominee must also submit a one-sentence signed statement from a mathematician agreeing to supervise the nominee on behalf of CMI, with the proposed dates of fellowship tenure. An option is to simply ask your thesis advisor; candidates are not expected to know where they will be employed next year. It is my understanding that this person is not expected to provide close supervision; the award specifically envisages travel to conferences or to work with collaborators. For those applicants who are chosen by the department as nominees, I would like to have these letters by (?).


Naval Research Laboratory Postdoctoral Fellowship (Rolling Deadline)

Deadline: Rolling

Applicants: US citizens

The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) sponsors a Postdoctoral Fellowship Program at a number of Naval R D centers and laboratories. The program is designed to significantly increase the involvement of creative and highly trained scientists and engineers from academia and industry to scientific and technical areas of interest and relevance to the Navy.

The NRL Postdoctoral Fellowship Program provides approximately forty (40) new postdoctoral appointments per year. Fellows are competitively selected on the basis of their overall qualifications and technical proposals addressing specific areas defined by the host Navy laboratories. The selected participants will work in a unique Navy laboratory environment, while interacting with senior laboratory scientists and engineers.

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Humboldt Research Fellowship for Germany (No Deadline)

Deadline: None

Applicants: Postdocs to research in Germany

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation enables highly qualified, early-stage researchers from abroad, who hold doctorates, to carry out research projects of their own choice in Germany . Applications may be submitted for long-term research stays of at least 6 and at most 12 months; an extension of up to 24 months is possible. Researchers of all nationalities and disciplines may apply to the AvH directly at any time. There are no quotas for individual countries and disciplines.

Funding is not available for short-term study visits, participation in conferences, or training courses.

Research fellowships are offered world-wide on a competitive basis. The most important criteria for selection are the applicant's (international) publications to date and the quality and feasibility of the research proposal. Applicants choose their own research projects and their own German hosts. Details of the research project and the time-schedule must be agreed upon with the prospective host in advance. Applications to continue a research stay which has already begun may be considered in exceptional cases. (Further information can be found in the FAQs).

Monthly stipends range from € 2,100 to € 3,000; special allowances are available for accompanying family members, travel expenses, and German language instruction.

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Humboldt 2-year Post-Doctoral Fellowships in Germany (No Deadline)

Deadline: None

Applicants: Postdocs

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation enables highly qualified, early-stage researchers from abroad, who hold doctorates, to carry out research projects of their own choice in Germany . Applications may be submitted for long-term research stays of at least 13 and at most 24 months. Researchers of all disciplines may apply to the AvH directly at any time. There are no quotas for individual disciplines.

The most important criteria for selection are the applicant's (international) publications to date and the quality and feasibility of the research proposal. Applicants choose their own research projects and their own German hosts. Details of the research project and the time-schedule must be agreed upon with the prospective host in advance.

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JSPS Postdoc Program in Japan 05.??.2008

Deadline: Sep 2007; May 2008

Applicants: Postdocs who are citizens of countries with diplomatic relations with Japan.

The fellowship's purpose is to provide opportunities for young postdoctoral researchers from other countries to conduct, under the guidance of their hosts, cooperative research with leading research groups in universities and other Japanese institutions. The program allows such researchers to advance their own research while contributing to the progress of research in Japan and the counterpart countries.

Applications for this program are submitted by a university researcher or other eligible researcher in Japan who wishes to host a foreign postdoctoral fellow.

For the 1st Recruitment (September 2007): approximately 200 Fellowships will be granted.

For the 2nd Recruitment (May 2008): approximately 200 Fellowships will be granted.

Fellowships are awarded for a period of 12 to 24 months. Successful candidates must start the Fellowship in Japan during the following periods:

For the 1st Recruitment: April 1, 2008 – September 30, 2008

For the 2nd Recruitment: September 1, 2008 – November 30, 2008

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JSPS Short-Term Program in Japan (No Deadline)

Deadline: None

Applicants: Grad students and postdocs from US, Canada and Europe.

The purpose of the program is to provide opportunities to young pre- and post-doctoral researchers from the US, Canada and Europe (*) to conduct, under the guidance of their hosts, cooperative research with leading research groups in universities and other Japanese institutions. In so doing, the program is designed to help advance the research of the visiting fellows, while augmenting opportunities for young researchers to come to Japan from abroad.

Eligible countries are the US, Canada, France, Germany, Sweden, the UK, Italy, Finland, the other European Union Countries (as of 1 April 2008), Switzerland and Norway.

Fellowships are awarded for a period of 1 to 12 months

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JSPS Summer Program in Japan (No Deadline)

Deadline: None

Applicants: US, UK, French, German or Canadian citizens who are grad students or fairly recent postdocs.

The program is offered to young pre- and postdoctoral researchers from the five countries of the US, UK, France, Germany and Canada. Held over a 2-month period in the summer, the program provides the participants with an orientation in Japanese language and culture and an opportunity to do cooperative research at a Japanese university or research institute. The orientation is held at the Graduate University for Advanced Studies (SOKENDAI) during the first week of the program. It comprises Japanese lessons, home stay and other components (which may vary by year). After the orientation, the participants go to their respective host institutions where they conduct joint research under the guidance of their Japanese host researchers. At the end of August, the participants re-gather before going home to present reports on their summer experiences.

Fellowships are awarded for a period of two months starting from 12 June through 22 August.

JSPS receives applications for this program only through the foreign nominating authorities listed on the website.

According to Alan Weinstein, Berkeley has an exchange program with Keio University, whose math department would be pleased to host our students through this program. Alan has been a frequent visitor to Keio and would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

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Svenska Institute Guest Fellowships (No Deadline?)

Deadline: Unspecified

Applicants: Grads and Postdocs

All nationalities may apply to the the Guest Scholarship Programme. Exceptions: Citizens from Nordic countries (Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Norway) are not eligible, while students from Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland, Belarus, Ukraine and certain parts of Russia should apply to the Visby Programme instead.

The programme is administered by the Swedish Institute. It is intended to support master's level or advanced level studies in all subjects at a Swedish Institution of higher education.

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National Academies Postdoctoral Associateship Program (Multiple Deadlines)

Deadline: February, May, August, November

Applicants: Anyone

Awards are available for Postdoctoral Associates (within 5 years of the doctorate) and Senior Associates (normally 5 years or more beyond the doctorate).

Associates conduct research in residence at the participating host laboratory they have chosen.

Poster's note: NIST usually likes mathematicians.

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Past Postdocs

Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship, 11.29.2007

Deadline: 11.29.2007

Applicants: U.S. Citizens

This year the program will award approximately 20 postdoctoral fellowships.

The postdoctoral fellowships provide one year of support for individuals engaged in postdoctoral study after the attainment of the Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree.

Postdoctoral fellowships will be awarded in a national competition administered by the National Research Council (NRC) on behalf of the Ford Foundation. The awards will be made to individuals who, in the judgment of the review panels, have demonstrated superior academic achievement, are committed to a career in teaching and research at the college or university level, show promise of future achievement as scholars and teachers, and are well prepared to use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students.

Stipend and Benefits

  • One-year Stipend: $40,000
  • The stipend may be supplemented by sabbatical leave pay or other sources of support that do not carry with them teaching or other responsibilities. Fellowship funds may be disbursed through the employing institution if necessary for the continuation of health insurance or other benefits. No dependency allowance is available.
  • Employing Institution Allowance: $1,500

This allowance will be paid to the fellow’s employing institution after fellowship tenure is completed. The employing institution will be asked to provide a matching amount and to use the allowance and the match to assist with the fellow’s continuing research expenses.

  • Expenses paid to attend one Conference of Ford Fellows (see below)
  • Access to Ford Fellow Liaisons, a network of former Ford Fellows who have volunteered to provide mentoring and support to current fellows

Tenure

The tenure of a postdoctoral fellowship will be no less than 9 months and no more than 12 months, with tenure beginning no earlier than June 1, 2008 and no later than September 1, 2008. Postdoctoral fellowships may not be deferred or delayed.

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Sacks Prize in Mathematical Logic, 09.30.2007

Deadline: 09.30.2007

Applicants: Students who have defended their thesis by September 30 in the year of nomination.

The Sacks Prize is awarded for the most outstanding doctoral dissertation in mathematical logic; it was established to honor Professor Gerald Sacks of MIT and Harvard for his unique contribution to mathematical logic, particularly as adviser to a large number of excellent Ph.D. students. The Prize became an ASL Prize in 1999; the Fund on which the Prize is based is now administered by the ASL and the selection of the recipient is made by the ASL Committee on Prizes and Awards. The Sacks Prize consists of a cash award plus five years free membership in the ASL.

This is an international prize, with no restriction on the nationality of the candidate or the university where the doctorate is granted.

The deadline for receipt of nominations usually is September 30 each year. For more information, see the Nominations and other information page.


Fulbright Scholar Program 09.19.2007

Deadline: 09.19.2007

Applicants: Anyone

Fulbright Scholar Grants for Study Abroad. Various countries and subdisciplines offered.

Eligibility

  • A Ph.D. or equivalent professional/terminal degree (including a master's depending on the field) as appropriate at the time of application. For professionals and artists outside academe, recognized professional standing and substantial professional accomplishments.
  • College or university teaching experience at the level and in the field of the proposed lecturing activity as specified in the award description at the time of application.
  • Foreign language proficiency as specified in the award description or as required for the completion of the proposed project. (Note: Except in certain world areas and countries, lecturing is in English.)
  • Sound physical and mental health


Application.

For more information about the Fulbright program and application process, contact Gina Farales, UC Fulbright Program Adviser, by phone at (510) 642-0672 or email gfarales@berkeley.edu.

Berkeley deadline: 09.19.2007 Fulbright deadline: 10.19.2007


Sloan Foundation Research Fellowship 09.15.2007

Deadline: 09.15.2007

Applicants: Nominated Postdocs

Candidates are nominated by department heads or other senior researchers. More than one candidate from a department may be nominated, but we recommend no more than three. Direct applications are not accepted. Nomination forms are available at www.sloan.org. In addition to this form, the nominator should submit a letter describing the candidate's qualifications and must see that the Foundation receives three supporting letters directly from other researchers, preferably not at the same institution (missing support letters are generally detrimental to a nominee's prospects). A curriculum vitae, a list of scientific publications plus one copy of no more than two representative publications (no books) and a brief (one-page) statement by the nominee describing his/her significant scientific work and immediate research plans should accompany the nomination form and letter. Strong evidence - in submitted publications and supporting letters - of the nominee's independent creativity is one of the most important considerations in the review process.

Nominations are due by September 15 for awards to begin the following September. Nominations are reviewed and candidates selected by a Program Committee of researchers representing the participating fields. Candidates selected for awards are notified early in February. The Program Committee reviews more than 500 nominations each year to arrive at a final selection of 116 Fellows.

Terms of Awards

Fellowships are awarded for a two-year period; if unexpended funds remain at the end of two years, an extension of the termination date may be obtained. Extensions are limited to a maximum of two years. Funds remaining at the end of that period must be returned to the Foundation. When a Fellow transfers to another institution during the term of the fellowship, the Foundation will transfer unexpended funds to the new institution. The size of the award is $45,000 for the two-year period. Funds are awarded directly to the Fellow's institution and may be used by the Fellow for such purposes as equipment, technical assistance, professional travel, trainee support, or any other activity directly related to the Fellow's research. They may not be used to augment an existing full-time salary or for indirect or overhead charges by the Fellow's institution. Expenditures must be approved by the Fellow's department chair and must be in accord with the policies of the institution.

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Knowles Science Teaching Foundation Young Scholars Research Fellowship 08.15.2007

Deadline: 08.15.2007

Applicants: Early career scholars (post PhD) engaged in critical research in science and mathematics education.

The KSTF Young Scholars Fellowship seeks to support early career scholars engaged in critical research in science and mathematics education. We encourage applications from scholars in all disciplines that promise to make significant scholarly contributions to areas that are consistent with the mission of KSTF, that is, investigating, understanding and enhancing the recruitment, preparation, induction, mentoring and retention of high school science and mathematics teachers.

Award

The fellowship of $110,000 will be awarded to up to three scholars in 2008. Fellows may elect to take the full fellowship award for the equivalent of full-time work over two years, or $55,000 for half-time work over two years. KSTF expects that fellows will not receive any other financial award to support the research project described in the Young Scholars Fellowship application during the 2-year fellowship tenure.

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Burroughs Wellcome Fund 05.01.2007

Deadline: 05.01.2007

Applicants: early postdocs

Description

The complexity inherent in biological research has always provided a fertile field for the development of new mathematical and physical approaches to biological problems. But now, with advances in genomics, quantitative structural biology, and modeling of complex systems, the possibilities for an exciting research career at the interface between the physical/computational sciences and the biological sciences have never been greater. Tackling key problems in biology will require scientists trained in areas such as chemistry, physics, applied mathematics, computer science, and engineering. In recognition of the vital role such cross-trained scientists will play in furthering biomedical science, the Burroughs Wellcome Fund has developed Career Awards at the Scientific Interface. These grants are intended to foster the early career development of researchers with backgrounds in the physical/computational sciences whose work addresses biological questions and who are dedicated to pursuing a career in academic research. Candidates are expected to draw from their training in a scientific field other than biology to propose innovative approaches to answer important questions in the biological sciences. Examples of approaches include, but are not limited to, physical measurement of biological phenomena, computer simulation of complex processes in physiological systems, mathematical modeling of self-organizing behavior, building probabilistic tools for medical diagnosis, developing novel imaging tools or biosensors, applying nanotechnology to manipulate cellular systems, predicting cellular responses to topological clues and mechanical forces, and developing a new conceptual understanding of the complexity of living organisms. Proposals that include experimental validation of theoretical models are particularly encouraged.

Eligibility

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree in the fields of mathematics, physics, chemistry (physical, theoretical, or computational), computer science, statistics, or engineering. Exceptions will be made only if the applicant can demonstrate significant expertise in one of these areas, evidenced by publications or advanced course work. Candidates must have completed at least six months but not more than 48 months of postdoctoral training at the time of application and must not hold or have accepted a faculty appointment as a tenure-track assistant professor at the time of application. These awards are open to U.S. and Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Limited eligibility for temporary residents—please see program deadlines. Institutions may nominate two to three candidates. Up to eleven awards are made annually.

Grant amount

Career Awards at the Scientific Interface provide $500,000 over five years to support up to two years of advanced postdoctoral training and the first three years of a faculty appointment. During both the postdoctoral and the faculty periods, grants must be made to degree-granting institutions in the United States or Canada on behalf of the award recipient.

Full application information is available on the Burroughs Wellcome Fund website



Norwegian Marshall Fund 03.23.2007

Deadline: 03.23.2007

Applicants: Postdocs with a Norwegian sponsor/research institution.

The Norwegian Marshall Fund was established in 1977 as a gesture of appreciation of the fundamental importance of the Marshall Plan for Norway during the reconstruction of Europe after World War II. The Fund was made possible through contributions from Norwegian individuals and corporations as an expression of gratitude from the Norwegian people to the people of the United States.

The purpose of the Fund is to provide financial support for Americans invited to come to Norway to conduct post-graduate study or research in areas of mutual importance to Norway and the United States, thereby increasing knowledge and understanding and strengthening the ties of friendship between the two countries. From 5 to 15 individual grants in various fields have been awarded each year for nearly 20 years.

Requirements: Citizens of the United States, who have arranged with a Norwegian sponsor or research institution to pursue a research project or program in Norway are encouraged to apply for an award. Under special circumstances, the awards can be extended to Norwegians for study or research in the United States.

Amount: The size of the individual grants depends on the research subject, purpose and the intended length of stay in Norway. In previous years, the grants have varied from NOK 10,000 to 30,000 (ca. USD 1,500 to 4,500).

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AAUW Recognition Award for Emerging Scholars 02.10.2007

Deadline: 02.10.2007

Applicants: Untenured women postdocs

The AAUW Recognition Award for Emerging Scholars honors an untenured woman scholar who has a record of exceptional early professional accomplishments and demonstrates promise of future distinction. The award is open to women in all disciplines.

The award includes an honorarium of $10,000 and travel expenses to the June 2007 AAUW National Convention.

Eligibility Candidates must be women

  • who have earned a doctorate or equivalent on or after Jan. 1, 2001
  • are untenured
  • are U.S. citizens or permanent residents

AAUW membership is not required. Current AAUW, AAUW Educational Foundation, or AAUW Legal Advocacy Fund board members, committee members, panel members, interns, and staff are not eligible.

Selection Criteria

  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching and commitment to women students
  • Documented, active research record
  • Potential to make a significant contribution to her field
  • Commitment to women’s issues in the profession or in the community

The Educational Foundation strongly encourages nominations of women from underrepresented groups.

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UC Mexus Conacyt Postdoc 02.01.2007

Deadline: 02.01.2007

Applicants: For recent Mexican Ph.D.s to study at UC Berkeley AND for recent UC Ph.D.s to study at Mexican Institutions.

Announcement and website (info at bottom of page)


John Dana Archbold Fellowship for Norway 02.01.2007

Deadline: 02.01.2007

Applicants: grads, postdocs who are US or Norwegian citizens

The Archbold Fellowship program was established in 1979 with an endowment by Mr. Archbold for the purpose of supporting educational exchange between the United States and Norway. It is administered by the Nansen Fund, Inc. in Houston, Texas in cooperation with the Norway-America Association.

Fellowships are offered to Americans and Norwegians for a year of graduate, post-doctoral, or professional study/research. Americans may apply to come to Norway in even-numbered years (2006, 2008...) and Norwegians may apply in odd-numbered years (2007, 2009…). The primary purpose of the program is to increase understanding between scholars from the two countries. Norwegian citizens may be considered for this award by applying to NAA's 'Graduate- og forskningsstipend program'.

American citizens apply directly to the Nansen Fund.

Nansen Fund: Applicants must be US citizens, aged 20 to 35, in good health and of good character. Qualified applicants must show evidence of a high level of competence in their chosen field, indicate a seriousness of purpose and have a record of social adaptability. There is ordinarily no language requirement. Undergraduate applicants must have a B.A. or B.S. degree (or equivalent) before their departure date.

This scholarship can only be applied to studies or research carried out at the University of Oslo. Award recipients are required to participate in the University of Oslo International Summer School prior to beginning their studies or research.

Individual grants vary, depending on the projected costs. Note that there will not be any tuition at the University of Oslo. The Maintenance stipend is sufficient to meet expenses for a single person. The travel allowance covers roundtrip airfare to Oslo.

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AMS Congressional Postdoc 01.31.2007

Deadline: 01.31.2007

Applicants: US citizen postdocs who want to work in Congressional lobbying and advising

The American Mathematical Society (AMS), in conjunction with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), will sponsor a Congressional Fellow from September 2007 through August 2008.

The Fellow will spend the year working on the staff of a Member of Congress or a congressional committee, working as a special legislative assistant in legislative and policy areas requiring scientific and technical input. The program includes an orientation on congressional and executive branch operations, and a year-long seminar series on issues involving science, technology and public policy.

The fellowship is designed to provide a unique public policy learning experience, to demonstrate the value of science-government interaction, and to bring a technical background and external perspective to the decision-making process in the Congress.

Prospective Fellows must demonstrate expertise in some area of the mathematical sciences; have a good scientific and technical background; be cognizant of and demonstrate sensitivity toward political and social issues; and, most importantly, have a strong interest and some experience in applying personal knowledge toward the solution of societal problems.

Applications are invited from individuals in the mathematical sciences. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or an equivalent doctoral-level degree in the mathematical sciences by the application deadline (January 31, 2007). Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Federal employees are not eligible.

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University of Waterloo Logic Postdoc 01.15.2007

Deadline: 01.15.2007

Applicants: Logic PhDs

The Department of Pure Mathematics at the University of Waterloo invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Logic to begin on July 1, 2007. We will consider candidates in any of the following areas:

    Computability Theory
    Model Theory
    Universal Algebra

The position is for a term of up to two years, carries a teaching load of two semester-long courses per year, and pays an annual stipend of $42,000. The review of candidates will begin on January 15, 2007.

Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and research statement, and arrange to have four letters of reference, one addressing teaching, to be sent to:

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Logic Search Committee
Department of Pure Mathematics
University of Waterloo
200 University Avenue West
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3G1

For more information, please visit the webpage or contact Barbara Csima (csima@math.uwaterloo.ca), Rahim Moosa (rmoosa@math.uwaterloo.ca), or Ross Willard (rdwillar@math.uwaterloo.ca).


American Institute of Mathematics 5-Year Fellowship 12.31.2006

Deadline: 12.31.2006

Applicants: New PhDs.

This announcement pertains only to those of you planning to graduate in the next 12 months.

The American Institute of Mathematics (AIM) is soliciting applications for its Five-Year Fellowship. (This is a national competition, with apparently one single fellowship on offer.)

Any graduate student expecting to receive a PhD in the calendar year 2007 is eligible to apply; the deadline for applications is Dec. 31. We expect to award one Fellowship this round. Information about the fellowship.


Humboldt Chancellor Fellowship for Germany 10.31.2006

Deadline: 10.31.2006

Applicants: US or Russian citizen postdocs

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation was established by the Federal Republic of Germany in order to promote international cooperation in research. 20 German Chancellor Scholarships are awarded annually to young professionals in the private, public, not-for-profit, cultural and academic sectors. The program provides for a stay of one year in Germany for professional development, study, or research. It is open to citizens of the United States and the Russian Federation, with 10 scholarships designated for representatives of each nation. The German Chancellor Scholarship Program sponsors individuals who demonstrate the potential to strengthen ties between Germany and their own country through their profession or studies.

The program begins September 1 and lasts 12 months. It is preceded by language classes taught in Germany. Monthly stipends range from € 2,000 to € 3,500 and allowances are available for accompanying family members, travel expenses, and German language instruction. The program also includes an introductory seminar, study tour, and final meeting in Berlin.

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