Unlock Your Research Potential with the AAUW International Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026






The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is offering a prestigious opportunity for women researchers worldwide: the International Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 2026. This fully funded program supports exceptional scholars aiming to advance their research careers in the United States↚

Unlock Your Research Potential with the AAUW International Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026 

Fellowship Highlights

  • Stipend: $50,000, disbursed in two equal installments at the beginning and midpoint of the fellowship term.
  • Duration: 12 months, commencing on or before September 1, 2026, and concluding on or after May 30, 2027.
  • Eligible Fields: Natural and physical sciences, including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Health and Medicine, Agriculture, Architecture, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Materials Science, and Zoology. 

 Eligibility Criteria

  • Citizenship: Must be a non-U.S. citizen or non-permanent resident.
  • Academic Qualification: Hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent) by the application deadline.
  • Research Commitment: Plan to conduct full-time postdoctoral research in the United States
  • Professional Intent: Demonstrate a commitment to returning to your home country to pursue an academic or professional career.
  • Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English, evidenced by TOEFL scores, transcripts, or a written waiver. 

 Why Apply?

  • The AAUW International Postdoctoral Research Fellowship empowers women researchers 
  • Advance their research in a supportive and dynamic academic environment.
  • Contribute to the global scientific community.
  • Enhance their professional development and leadership skills
  • Build lasting networks with fellow scholars and 

 Apply Now

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