Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF) — 2026 competition
Mathematics and Statistics fellowship from National Science Foundation
Call number NSF 23-603
Apply by Wednesday, Oct 21
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Mathematics and statistics postdoctoral research combines institutional affiliation with scientific mentorship. Choose a research fellowship or research instructorship. Full proposals are due October 21, 2026, at 5 p.m. submitter local time.
Eligibility
Career stage: PhD · Postdoc
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Covers: USD 190,000 total: stipend support for 24 months within a 48-month fellowship period, plus USD 50,000 research/fringe allowance. Full-time stipend up to USD 70,000 annually.
An eligible host institution or organisation and sponsoring scientist are required.
Nationality or residence: US citizen, US national or lawful permanent resident required.
Reviewed Oct 11, 2026. Check the funder’s full conditions before applying.
US citizens, nationals or lawful permanent residents; doctorate held no more than two years at January 1 of the award year and conferred before appointment. A sponsoring scientist and host affiliation are required. Prior NSF PI/co-PI awards are excluded except graduate fellowships and conference/workshop support; no prior MSPRF award offer. One proposal per year.
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