Postdoctoral Research Fellowships for Academic Diversity

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Penn Provost's Postdoctoral Fellowships for Academic Diversity

Empowering Diverse Research Leaders

The Postdoctoral Fellowships for Academic Diversity are competitive programs designed to foster a more inclusive and diverse research community at the University of Pennsylvania and The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). These fellowships aim to attract talented researchers and educators from diverse backgrounds, promoting a culture of inclusivity and excellence in academic research.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must be US citizens or permanent residents
  • Graduate students from Penn and other institutions who have completed or will complete their Ph.D. requirements by the Fellowship start date
  • Postdoctoral scholars from other institutions who have completed their dissertation within the last three years
  • Professional applicants within a year of completing their post-degree professional training
  • Postdocs, residents, and fellows currently holding a position at Penn or CHOP are ineligible

Benefits and Opportunities

  • Fellows will receive a stipend of $54,000 per year, with annual increases of $2,000
  • Annual allowances for travel ($2,000) and research ($5,000)
  • A one-time relocation expense of up to $5,000
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

Program Goals and Outcomes

The Postdoctoral Fellowships for Academic Diversity aim to provide postdocs with the time and resources to focus on research and publishing activities, enhancing their career prospects for faculty appointments or other sectors. Successful candidates will receive highly mentored scholarly and research training, as well as courses and workshops to prepare them for faculty positions in major universities.

Application and Selection Process

For more information and to apply, please visit our website.



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