Applicant is expected to pursue research programs of their own conception and design, and they should state clearly why they believe that their professional goals would be furthered through research opportunities at the CfA. Applicant is expected to demonstrate their capability for original research through several first-author refereed publications in major astronomy journals.
FAQ
Application Deadline
October 30
Scholarship, Grant, Fellowship or Contest
Fellowship
Number of Applications
345
Award Coverage
Award is in the form of a stipend, plus a research budget of $16,000 for full health benefits and relocation expenses ($7,500).
Renewable? Renewable if recipient maintains satisfactory progress.
yes
Must be repaid?
no
Required to attend a specific school?
no
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Amount
Min
$67,500
Available
Max
1
Contact Information
Christine Crowley
Fellowship Program Coordinator
Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory
60 Garden Street, Mail Stop 67
Cambridge, MA
02138
United States
Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory
60 Garden Street
Mail Stop 67
Cambridge, MA 02138 United States Phone: (617) 495-7103 Fax: (617) 496-7589 postdoc@cfa.harvard.edu
