The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine administers postdoctoral and senior research awards at participating federal laboratories and affiliated institutions at locations throughout the U.S and abroad.
We are actively seeking highly qualified candidates including recent doctoral recipients and senior researchers.
Application deadline dates (four annual review cycles):
- February 1
- May 1
- August 1
- November 1
Awardee opportunities:
- Conduct independent research in an area compatible with the interests of the sponsoring laboratory
- Devote full-time effort to research and publication
- Access the excellent and often unique facilities of the federal research enterprise
- Collaborate with leading scientists and engineers at the sponsoring laboratories
Awardee benefits:
- One-year award, renewable for up to three years
- Stipends ranging from $45,000 to $102,000; may be higher based on experience
- Health insurance (including dental and vision), relocation benefits, and a professional travel allowance
Applicants should contact prospective Research Adviser(s) at the lab(s) prior to the application deadline to discuss their research interests and funding opportunities.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Applicants should hold, or anticipate receiving, an earned doctorate in science or engineering. Awards are contingent upon completion of the doctoral degree. A limited number of opportunities in select fields are also available for graduate students. Degrees from universities abroad should be equivalent in training and research experience to a degree from a U.S. institution. All research opportunities are open to U.S. citizens; some are open to U.S. permanent residents and foreign nationals.
For detailed program information, to search Research Opportunities, and to contact prospective Research Adviser(s) visit www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/rap/nrc-research-associateship-programs.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender identity, or national origin.