About the Fellowship
The Klarman Postdoctoral Fellowships at Cornell University’s College of Arts & Sciences support outstanding early-career scholars in pursuing original research across a broad range of disciplines. Fellows may work in the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, creative arts, or cross-cutting interdisciplinary areas that transcend traditional academic boundaries. Designed to foster academic freedom and scholarly independence, the fellowship provides a stimulating environment with opportunities for collaboration across Cornell’s world-class departments and research centres. By hosting fellows in the heart of the university’s intellectual community, the programme advances cutting-edge scholarship that contributes to both institutional goals and global academic discourse. The fellowship also empowers emerging researchers to explore independent ideas and engage with leading faculty in one of the United States’ premier research universities.
Fellowship / Details
- Position Title: Klarman Postdoctoral Fellow
- Host Institution: Cornell University, College of Arts & Sciences
- Administering Body / Funding Agency: Cornell University
- Location: Ithaca, New York, United States
- Research Field(s): Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Creative Arts, Interdisciplinary Fields
- Fellowship Type: Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Level: Early-career
- Fellowship Duration: Up to 3 years
- Expected Start Date: Between July and September 2026
- Working Hours: Full-time (as per institutional norms)
- Funding/Compensation: USD $80,000 annual stipend + Cornell benefits + USD $12,000 per year for research expenses
Required Degree/Diploma
Supported Research Fields / Areas:
- Natural Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Humanities
- Creative Arts
- Cross-disciplinary research within the College of Arts & Sciences
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Doctoral degree awarded no earlier than 1 May 2024
- Strong academic record and independent research capability
- Must identify a faculty host with a primary appointment in the College of Arts & Sciences
- Open to candidates of all nationalities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Record of scholarly publications
- Demonstrated interdisciplinary interest
- International research or teaching experience
Not Eligible:
- Applicants without a confirmed faculty host at the College of Arts & Sciences
- Those who earned a PhD before 1 May 2024
Fellowship/Job Benefits
- Monthly stipend or salary: USD $80,000 per year
- Research allowance: USD $12,000 per year
- Health insurance and full Cornell employee benefits
- Access to office space, libraries, and university resources
- Relocation support (if applicable)
- Opportunities for collaboration with Cornell faculty and departments
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct original, independent research in the proposed field
- Collaborate with faculty host and departmental peers
- Engage in interdisciplinary activities or seminars (as relevant)
- Present research outcomes through publications or conferences
- Participate in the intellectual community at Cornell
Application Process
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted via the official fellowship website.
🔗 Apply Online Here
Required Documents:
- Online application form
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research proposal outlining the project and objectives
- Letter of support from faculty host
- Three letters of recommendation
- Academic transcripts and supporting documents (if requested)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: August 1, 2025
- Deadline: 15 October 2025 (11:59 PM ET)
- Interview Period: Late 2025 (if applicable)
- Final Results Notification: Early 2026
- Fellowship Start Date: Between July and September 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: Cornell University – College of Arts & Sciences
- Official Fellowship Notification: Klarman Fellowships
- Apply Online Here
📧 Contact for Queries: klarmanfellows@cornell.edu
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