Postdoctoral Research Opportunity at Columbia University, USA [$71,640]

Apply for a research fellowship where you can have a better understanding of critical scientific and social issues in global sustainable development today. Columbia University offers a Postdoctoral Research program to encourage research and development. Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 cohort.

This fellowship program provides innovative postdoctoral scholars with the opportunity to build a foundation in one of the core disciplines represented within the Earth Institute (i.e. social, earth, biological, engineering, and health sciences), while at the same time acquiring the breadth of cross-disciplinary expertise needed to address critical issues related to sustainable development.

Fellowship Sponsor(s): Columbia University, USA

Host Institution: Columbia University, USA

Fellowship Benefits: $71,640 per annum

Number of Awards: Not Stated

Study Level: Postdoctoral

Nationality: Domestic & International students

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Columbia University Postdoc Fellowship | Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the program, candidates must have received their doctoral degrees (Ph.D., M.D. or J.D.) within five years prior to the start of the appointment.

• All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded before the start of the appointment.
• People holding current positions with rank above post-doctoral scientist are not eligible for appointment under university rules.
• Those holding current post-doc positions should contact our office to determine eligibility.
• The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Program Funding

• EI Postdocs will receive an annual salary of $71,640. They are also awarded a research stipend of $12,000 over the two-year term for reimbursable expenses related to the appointment.
• These funds can be used for relocation and moving expenses, as well as for computer, travel, conference, journal, book, software, equipment, and other research costs.

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Application Procedures

• How-to-Apply: To apply to the program candidates must submit the following documents:
  • Online Application
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Brief Personal History
  • Research Proposal
  • 3 Recommendation Letters
• Proposals may suggest participating in, contributing to, or extending existing multidisciplinary Earth Institute projects.
• Candidates are also encouraged to develop new, innovative projects that connect Earth Institute expertise.
• In addition to submitting the application and proposal, candidates are encouraged to identify and contact their desired multidisciplinary mentoring team, i.e. two or more senior faculty members or research scientists/scholars at Columbia University with whom they would like to work during their appointment.

Application Deadline: Not Specified

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