Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship in Engineering: The University of Notre Dame offers a competitive Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship in Engineering aimed at supporting highly motivated and accomplished early-stage scientists and engineers. This fellowship seeks to advance research solutions for societal challenges while fostering professional development.
Designation
Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellow
Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Stipend | $75,000/year |
| Research Allowance | $15,000 for independent research and development |
| Duration | 24 months |
| Application Deadline | December 15, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST |
| Decision Notification | March 2026 |
Research Area
- Engineering fields relevant to the University’s 2033 Strategic Framework and Initiatives, particularly in:
- Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Location
University of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must have completed (or will complete) all doctoral degree requirements between June 2024 and September 2026.
- Candidates may apply if they have experienced maternity/paternity leaves or FMLA within the past two years.
- Scholars of all nationalities are eligible.
- Current postdoctoral scholars at the University of Notre Dame are not eligible.
Description
The Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship program aims to nurture early-stage researchers committed to addressing critical engineering and applied sciences challenges. Fellows will receive individual mentoring, participate in the College of Engineering Postdoctoral Training program, and have the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research. Each fellow will work under a primary research mentor and may select additional co-mentors from within the university.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement: Detailing career goals, previous research accomplishments, teaching/mentoring experience, and proposed research during the fellowship. This statement must include identification of mentors and rationale for their selection (maximum 5 pages, excluding citations).
- Presentation: A 5-slide PDF presentation following the provided template.
- Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for three letters to be submitted via Interfolio by the deadline.
Candidates are encouraged to contact potential mentors prior to submission to discuss their research plans.
Last Date for Apply
December 15, 2025, at 11:59 pm EST.
For inquiries about the application process, contact: eng-postdocs@nd.edu.
