Summary:
The University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada, is nominating candidates for the prestigious Schmidt Science Fellowships to empower a new generation of scientific leaders. The fellowship offers a significant platform for outstanding minds to undertake interdisciplinary postdoctoral research, leaving a lasting impact on society. Fellows will benefit from individualized mentoring and participate in international workshops to advance their scientific discoveries.
- 🇨🇦 University of British Columbia (UBC) invites applications for the Schmidt Science Fellowships 2027 in Canada.
- 🌍 Open to all nationalities, including Canadian, permanent resident, and international applicants.
- 🏆 Fellowship Duration: 1 year of full-time postdoctoral research.
- 💰 Funding: Fellows receive a $110,000 annual stipend.
- 🔬 Research Areas: Computer Science, Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Mathematics.
- 🎯 Program Goal: Develop the next generation of scientific leaders through interdisciplinary research, global workshops, and personalized mentoring.
- 🧪 Postdoctoral Research: Fellows must pursue research in a field different from their PhD specialization at a world-leading laboratory.
- 🌐 Leadership Training: Includes five weeks of residential meetings and international networking opportunities.
- 🎓 Eligibility: Applicants must have completed (or expect to complete) a PhD at UBC between May 15, 2026, and June 30, 2027.
- 📅 Availability Required: Must participate in the fellowship from July 2027 to September 2028.
- ⭐ Selection Criteria: Academic excellence, interdisciplinary interest, scientific curiosity, leadership potential, collaboration, innovation, strong character, and global impact.
- 🏛️ Nomination Process: UBC’s Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies will review departmental nominations and nominate up to nine candidates for the international competition.
- 📝 Application Documents: CV (max 3 pages), 1-page personal statement, and a 2-page postdoctoral research proposal with potential host labs.
- 📢 Important Note: Successful UBC nominees will later be invited by the Schmidt Science Fellows Program to submit the final application.
- ⏳ Expected Application Deadline: April 2027.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow (Schmidt Science Fellow)
Key Details:
| Feature | Detail |
| University | University of British Columbia (UBC) |
| Award Country | Canada |
| Duration | 1 Year (at least) |
| Fellowship Coverage | $110,000 stipend per year |
| Eligible Nationality | All Nationalities (Domestic & International) |
| Last Date | 30 April 2027 |
Research Area:
- Computing
- Natural Sciences (Earth Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Biology including Neurobiology)
- Engineering
- Mathematics
Location:
University of British Columbia, Canada (and subsequently a world-leading laboratory globally).
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Open to Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents, and International candidates.
- Applicants must hold a graduate degree in the aforementioned research areas.
- Must have completed or expect to complete a PhD at UBC between May 15, 2026, and June 30, 2027.
- Must be available for the entire fellowship period from July 2027 to September 2028, which includes attending global meetings.
Job/Fellowship Description:
Selected Schmidt Science Fellows will receive a generous annual stipend of $110,000 to support a full-time, postdoctoral study for at least one year. This research must be conducted in a world-leading laboratory and in a field distinctly different from their existing area of expertise (PhD topic). Additionally, fellows will spend five weeks during their fellowship year at four residential meetings globally, receiving bespoke training to help them become the next generation of science leaders.
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit their nomination materials directly to their UBC graduate program. A complete application packet includes:
- CV: Up to three pages, including a list of publications.
- Statement: Maximum of one page addressing your alignment with the Schmidt Fellows program (interest in pursuing a new field of study) and your collaborative spirit (history of working with diverse teams).
- Proposal: Maximum of two pages outlining your potential postdoctoral research direction and a brief rationale for up to three potential postdoctoral fellowship labs.
Note: Successful nominees from UBC will be invited directly by the Schmidt Science Fellows program to submit a full application at a later stage.
Last Date for Apply: 30 April 2027 (Check with your specific UBC graduate program for internal deadlines).
