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Air Force Science & Technology Fellowship at National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

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Employer: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Expires: 03/29/2026

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine maintain a database of nearly 300 active research opportunities and administer postdoctoral and senior fellowship awards at the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), and the U.S. Space Force (USSF) under the Air Force Science & Technology Fellowship Program (AF STFP). We are seeking highly qualified candidates who are U.S. citizens and hold, or anticipate earning, a Ph.D., Sc.D., M.D., or D.V.M. in a variety of fields of science or engineering. Senior research awards are designated for those with >5 years since earning their degree. Application deadline dates* (four annual review cycles):February 1 May 1August 1November 1*If a deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the deadline is moved to the next business day.  Research Fellows have the opportunity to:Design and conduct an independent research project in an area compatible with the interests of the Air Force laboratoriesEnhance their visibility in their field through a nationally recognized, competitive awardDevote full-time effort to mission-driven research that contributes to national prioritiesAccess the excellent and often unique Air Force research facilitiesCollaborate with leading scientists and engineersAward benefits include:Monthly base stipend starting at $95,000/year; may be higher based on experience Health insurance (including dental and vision)Relocation assistance for awardees who will be on tenure for at least six months and who at the time of award reside more than 50 miles from the host laboratoryProfessional travel allowanceQualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender identity, or national origin. Candidates must be U.S. citizens at the time of application.Visit www.nas.edu/afstfp for further program details, eligibility, required application components, and guidance for submitting an application! 

* The programs and services offered by George Mason University are open to all who seek them. George Mason does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic national origin (including shared ancestry and/or ethnic characteristics), sex, disability, military status (including veteran status), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. After an initial review of its policies and practices, the university affirms its commitment to meet all federal mandates as articulated in federal law, as well as recent executive orders and federal agency directives.