Heising-Simons Foundation United States
2026
Information
The 51 Pegasi b Fellowship is a postdoctoral fellowship in planetary astronomy funded by the Heising-Simons Foundation. It provides substantial research support, mentorship, and an annual summit for networking and collaboration, with multiple fellows selected each year. The fellowship supports independent research in planetary astronomy for up to three years, with an option to extend for a fourth year.
Benefits
Substantial funding for independent research, mentorship, and access to an annual summit for networking and collaboration.
Eligibility
Applicants must hold a PhD in astronomy, planetary science, physics, or related fields (or be near completion) and propose independent research in planetary astronomy.
Application
Submit an online application with research proposal and two letters of recommendation.
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