An academic research job known as a postdoctoral fellowship is often held by a recent Ph.D. graduate. Fellowships are short-term employment that gives researchers the chance to advance their education and professional experience before accepting a tenure-track teaching post. To promote and assist young researchers, a variety of institutions, including universities, funding organizations, and professional organizations, give fellowships. We give you all the information you need about the Postdoc Scholarships in Canada in this post.

Are you a recent Ph.D. graduate seeking financial support to attend postdoctoral courses in Canada? If this is the case, you could be qualified for one of the several fellowships and scholarships offered to postdoctoral students in Canada.

Details

• Opportunity type: Funded
• Opportunity: Scholarship
• Scholarship level: Postdoc
• Availability: International
• Application type: Online
• No of opportunity: 140 awards are active at any time.
• Duration: 2 years (non-renewable)
• Value: $70,000 per year (taxable)

Fellowship Overview

The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program funds top postdoctoral applicants who will contribute to the country’s growth.

The objective of the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program is to:

• Attract and retain top-tier postdoctoral talent, both nationally and internationally
• Develop their leadership potential
• Position them for success as research leaders of tomorrow

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)

Key dates

There are numerous grants and fellowships available in Canada for postdoctoral study, which can cover tuition, living expenses, and other associated costs either partially or fully.

The Canada Council for the Arts Postdoctoral Fellowships, NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowships, and CIHR Postdoctoral Fellowships are a few of the most well-known grants for postdoctoral study in Canada.

Students from all countries, including Canada, are eligible for these scholarships. Typically, you need to have earned your Ph.D. within the last five years in order to be eligible.

How to Apply

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