Sara E. and Bruce B. Collette Postdoctoral Fellowship in Systematic Ichthyology 2027

The Sara E. and Bruce B. Collette Postdoctoral Fellowship in Systematic Ichthyology 2027 offers a fully funded, resident postdoctoral research opportunity at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. It supports an early-career researcher to conduct independent, collections-based research in fish systematics, with emphasis on morphology, using the Smithsonian’s fish collections and facilities. The award is for one year, with the possibility of renewal, and is open to international applicants.

Full funding for research activities, access to Smithsonian facilities and fish collections, library resources, and mentorship within a major scientific research community

Open to postdoctoral researchers; eligibility includes both US and non-US citizens seeking to conduct postdoctoral research in systematic ichthyology at the Smithsonian.

Submit via SOLAA by November 20, 2026, 11:59 PM EST, including CV, publications, research proposal with timetable and budget, two letters of reference, and identified advisor(s)