BANTING POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAM 2024/2025 FOR POSTDOCTORAL STUDY IN CANADA ($70,000 PER YEAR IN FUNDING)
Application Deadline: September 17, 2024 (20:00 EDT)
Applications are now open for the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program.
The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program is a prestigious funding opportunity for top postdoctoral researchers in Canada. It aims to attract and develop future research leaders who will contribute to the country’s scientific and social progress.
Key Points:
- Awards annually: 70 (with roughly 140 active at any given time)
- Open to: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and international applicants
- Research areas: Health research, natural sciences/engineering, social sciences/humanities
- Funding: $70,000 per year (taxable) for 2 years (not renewable)
- Unique feature: Focuses on both the applicant’s potential and the host institution’s commitment to the research program
Eligibility:
Anyone applying for a Banting Fellowship must work collaboratively with their chosen host institution to complete the application.
- Permanent residents of Canada
- Foreign citizens
- Canadian citizens
Program Focus:
The Banting program invests in both the individual researcher and the research environment. It seeks candidates with exceptional potential who will be supported by institutions committed to their success. This collaborative approach fosters a strong foundation for future research leaders in Canada.
Timelines
| April to September 2024 | Applicants seek endorsement from host institution to apply, prepare and submit application (institutions may have internal deadlines). |
|---|---|
| September 17, 2024 (20:00 EDT) |
Deadline for complete application submission |
| October to December 2024 | Evaluation of applications. |
| Mid-February 2025 | Anticipated notification of results. Applicants will be notified by email when the results are available on ResearchNet. |
| April to October 2025 | Payments begin. |
Fellowships are distributed equally among:
- the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
- the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
- the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program
Source: OFA
