Canada Postdoctoral Research Award (CPRA): The Canada Postdoctoral Research Award (CPRA) program seeks to support the next generation of innovators, researchers, and creative thinkers through financial backing and high-quality research training. We invite exceptional candidates to apply for a two-year fellowship, with the opportunity to conduct research in Canada or internationally.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Value | $70,000 per year |
| Duration | 24 months |
| Tenure Location | Eligible Canadian or international institutions |
| Application Deadline | CIHR: September 17 NSERC: October 17 SSHRC: September 11 |
| Results Announcement | March 31 |
Research Area
- Health Sciences
- Natural Sciences and Engineering
- Social Sciences and Humanities
- Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Research
Location
Eligible Canadian or international research institutions, excluding Canadian federal government research institutions.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must hold or expect to hold a doctorate or health professional degree before the award start date.
- Completion of the degree requirements must have occurred no more than three years before September 1 of the application year.
- Not currently holding a tenure-track or tenured faculty position.
- For international applicants: must be currently enrolled or have completed a doctorate at a Canadian institution; or conducting postdoctoral research at a Canadian institution.
Job Description
The CPRA program provides funding for innovative research that develops skills and fosters significant contributions to Canada’s research ecosystem and global competitiveness. Awardees will design and conduct research programs that are predominantly research-oriented and distinct from their doctoral thesis.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must select the appropriate funding agency based on their research subject matter and submit their application electronically via the respective agency’s platform:
- CIHR: ResearchNET and instructions
- NSERC: Online system and instructions
- SSHRC: Registration and login and instructions
Ensure that all supporting documents, including reference letters and institutional nominations, are submitted timely through the respective online systems.
Last Date for Apply
- CIHR: September 17
- NSERC: October 17
- SSHRC: September 11
Please note: Late applications will not be accepted, and it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that their applications are complete and submitted by the deadline.
For further information, please refer to the respective agency’s guidelines or contact them directly using the information provided.
