University of British Columbia Fellowships 2027 in Canada

Summary

The University of British Columbia Fellowships 2027 (Schmidt Science Fellows Program) offers funded postdoctoral opportunities for high-achieving domestic and international candidates. The program aims to train future scientific leaders by providing interdisciplinary research experience in world-class laboratories alongside bespoke global leadership training.

• 🎓 University: University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada.
• 🌍 Eligibility: Open to both domestic and international students of all nationalities.
• 🏆 Program: Schmidt Science Fellowships 2027 for outstanding PhD graduates.
• 💰 Funding: Fellowship provides $110,000 per year for a full-time postdoctoral position.
• ⏳ Duration: 1-year fellowship in a world-leading research laboratory.
• 🔬 Fields: Computer Science, Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Mathematics.
• 🧠 Objective: Develop the next generation of interdisciplinary scientific leaders through research, mentoring, and global collaboration.
• 🌐 Additional Benefits: Fellows attend international workshops, leadership training, individualized mentoring, and four global residential meetings over five weeks.
• 📚 Eligibility Requirements:
  • Open to Canadian, Permanent Resident, and International applicants.
  • Must have a PhD from UBC in Computing, Engineering, or Natural Sciences (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Earth Sciences).
  • PhD must be completed (or expected) between May 15, 2026, and June 30, 2027.
  • Must be available from July 2027 to September 2028.

Designation

Postdoctoral Fellow / Schmidt Science Fellow

Overview Table

Research Area

• Computer Science
• Engineering
• Natural Sciences (including Earth Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, and Biology/Neurobiology)
• Mathematics

Location

• Host University: University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada
• Global Meetings: 4 residential meetings worldwide (spanning 5 weeks total during the fellowship year)

Eligibility / Qualification

• Nationality: Open to Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents, and International candidates.
• Academic Background: Must hold or be completing a PhD from UBC in Computer Science, Natural Sciences, Engineering, or Mathematics.
• PhD Timeline: PhD completed or expected to be completed between May 15, 2026, and June 30, 2027.
• Availability: Must be available for the full duration from July 2027 to September 2028, including all global residential training sessions.
• Interdisciplinary Shift: Must demonstrate a clear commitment to conducting postdoctoral study in a research field distinct from your PhD domain.

Job Description

• Conduct full-time postdoctoral research in a world-leading laboratory in a new field of study.
• Participate in five weeks of specialized training workshops held across four global locations to build leadership skills and interdisciplinary expertise.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary researchers and apply novel tools, modern computing, and data science techniques to solve complex global issues.

How to Apply

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Applicants must submit their nomination packages directly to their UBC Graduate Program. The required application documents include:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV): Maximum 3 pages (including publication list).
2. Personal Statement: Maximum 1 page addressing:
   • Alignment with the Schmidt Fellows program goals (transitioning into a new discipline).
   • Demonstrated collaborative spirit and history of effective teamwork.
3. Research Proposal: Maximum 2 pages addressing:
   • Proposed postdoctoral research direction.
   • Rationale for choosing up to three prospective host fellowship laboratories.

> Note: Candidates selected by UBC will be invited directly by the Schmidt Science Fellows program to submit a full application at a later stage.

Last Date for Apply

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30 April 2027 (subject to department-specific submission deadlines at UBC)