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Postdoctoral Research Associate at National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

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Employer: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Expires: 01/18/2026

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine maintain a database of more than a thousand active research opportunities and administer postdoctoral and senior research awards at participating federal laboratories and affiliated institutions at locations throughout the U.S. and abroad.We are seeking highly qualified candidates who 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 1May 1August 1November 1*If a deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the deadline is moved to the next business day.  Research Associates have the opportunity to:Design and conduct an original, independent research project in an area compatible with the interests of the sponsoring laboratoryEnhance 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 facilities of the federal research enterpriseCollaborate with leading scientists and engineers at the sponsoring laboratoriesAward benefits include:Competitive monthly stipend (base stipend varies by host laboratory and may be higher based on experience; refer to research opportunity description for amount)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. Citizenship eligibility varies among the sponsoring laboratories and will be indicated in the research opportunity.Visit www.nas.edu/rap 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.