Funding
The University of California President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program was established in 1984 to encourage outstanding women and minority Ph.D. recipients to pursue academic careers at the University of California. The deadline to apply is November 1.
Overview:
The University of California President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program was established in 1984 to encourage outstanding women and minority Ph.D. recipients to pursue academic careers at the University of California. The current program offers postdoctoral research fellowships and faculty mentoring to outstanding scholars in all fields whose research, teaching, and service will contribute to the diversity and equal opportunity at the University of California.
Awards and Appointments:
Fellowships are awarded for research conducted at any one of the University of California's ten campuses. The award includes a salary starting at approximately $47,844 (depending on field and experience), benefits including health insurance and paid vacation/sick leave, and up to $5,000 for researchârelated and program travel expenses. Each award is for a minimum of 12 months and may be renewable for an additional term upon demonstration of academic/research productivity.
Eligibility:
Applicants must receive a Ph.D. from an accredited university before the start of their fellowship. Successful applicants must present documents demonstrating that they are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals granted deferred action status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: November 1, 2016
Application link: http://ppfp.ucop.edu