Frank Drake Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025: The SETI Institute is thrilled to announce the opportunity for early career scientists to apply for the Frank Drake Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025, focusing on “Innovation in the Search for Life in the Universe.” This prestigious fellowship is designed to facilitate groundbreaking research in fields related to the Drake Equation.
Designation: SETI Institute Frank Drake Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area:
Covering a wide range of fields, including but not limited to:
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Astrobiology
- Climate and Biogeosciences
- Exoplanets
- Planetary Exploration
- SETI Intelligence and Technosignatures
Location:
The SETI Institute is located in the heart of Silicon Valley, providing access to world-class facilities and collaboration opportunities with leading researchers and experts in the tech industry.
Eligibility/Qualification:
Applicants must:
- Hold a PhD in relevant fields by the start of the research project
- Demonstrate a proven track record of research excellence
- Provide a compelling research proposal aligned with the fellowship’s focus areas
Job Description:
The successful candidates will have the exceptional opportunity to contribute significant advances in the fields of the Drake Equation. They will utilize innovative approaches, such as novel instruments and technologies, laboratory research, field expeditions, ground and space-based telescopes, advanced data analytics, theory and modeling, to advance their respective fields and the mission of the SETI Institute. The fellowship is for a full-time, two-year program, with an option for an extension based on the Fellow’s research progress and institutional approval.
How to Apply:
Candidates are required to submit a comprehensive application, including:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- 3 contacts for letters of recommendation
- Previous and Current Research statement (3 pages)
- Research Proposal statement (3 pages)
Applications must be submitted to fellowships@seti.org with the subject “[Full Name] Application for 2025 Frank Drake Postdoctoral Fellowship.”
Last Date for Apply:
The deadline for applications is December 15, 2024.
For additional information, applicants can visit the SETI Institute website or contact the Science Council at SETI Institute.
