The Jacobs Foundation CIFAR Research Fellowship 2027/2029 for early- and mid-career researchers

The Jacobs Foundation and CIFAR offer a globally competitive fellowship for early- and mid-career researchers whose work advances understanding of how children and youth learn and develop across contexts and systems. Fellows are selected for high-quality, interdisciplinary research and engagement with the Jacobs CIFAR Fellowship Network, with opportunities for networking, dissemination, and professional development.

Networking and alumni events, opportunities for dissemination through media channels, and integration into the Jacobs CIFAR Fellowship network with potential for conference attendance and collaborative activities

Eligible applicants are highly talented early- and mid-career researchers who have obtained a PhD or equivalent within the past 10 years and are employed at a higher education or research institution.

Visit the official webpage for the Jacobs CIFAR Research Fellowship to view eligibility and apply