Purdue may select up to four nominees for the Schmidt Science Fellowship to fund two years of interdisciplinary postdoctoral research.

Applications for Purdue’s nomination are due Friday, March 27 at 11:59 PM.

Benefits

• Stipend of $110,000 per year for up to two years
• Scientific freedom to pursue ambitious research goals, take risks, and have bold ideas  
• Professional development opportunities and personalized mentoring 
• A lifelong fellowship community with continued support, interaction, and collaboration opportunities

Eligibility

• Studying for a PhD in natural sciences (Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Sciences), Engineering, Mathematics, Computing – or any of the sub-disciplines. Individuals on clinical track MD-PhD or Veterinary-PhD programs are not eligible. 
• Expect to complete all degree requirements between May 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027
• Must be committed to immersing themselves in a new discipline beyond their current expertise

Learn More

• Read the Purdue Call for Applications
• Visit the fellowship website here: https://schmidtsciencefellows.org/
• Attend an internal Purdue webinar to learn more about the Schmidt Science Fellowship and application expectations.
  • Thursday, February 19 at 3:30 PM ET. Register here.
  • Friday, February 20 at 10:30 AM ET. Register here. 

Apply

• Start your application on InfoReady: https://gradschoolfellowships.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/2006511
• Follow the instructions in the application and the Call for Applications to submit a Review Panel Commitment Form, request a letter of recommendation from your primary advisor, and complete all required sections of the application
• Open the application ASAP, and submit by Friday, March 27 at 11:59 PM

Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions or to request support with your application.