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Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships


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Academic Level:
Postdoc & Early Career

Description:
NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships provide an opportunity for highly qualified, recent doctoral scientists to carry out an integrated program of independent research and education. Fellows may engage in observational, instrumental, theoretical, laboratory or archival data research in any area of astronomy or astrophysics, in combination with a coherent educational plan for the duration of the fellowship. The program supports researchers for a period of up to three years with fellowships that may be taken to eligible host institution(s) of their choice. The program is intended to recognize early-career investigators of significant potential and to provide them with experience in research and education that will establish them in positions of distinction and leadership in the community.
Recently updated.portable funding

Application Deadline: 10/15/2024

Participating Institution(s):
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National Science Foundation (NSF) (Lead)

Program Materials:
 • Postdoc Website this link takes you to a different website

This Program can be Described by:
Academic Disciplines:
Astronomy & Astrophysics

Keywords:
Astrobiology
Cosmology

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This program is funded by:
National Science Foundation (NSF)


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