KILLAM Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 2025 Canada | UBC

Attention all researchers! Are you itching to launch your career in Canada and delve into groundbreaking research? Look no further than the Killam Postdoctoral Fellowship at UBC! This prestigious award is open to international students and offers a fantastic funding package, including a $60,000 annual stipend for up to two years, plus a $4,000 travel allowance. Imagine the possibilities – this fellowship could be your key to unlocking world-class research at a top university! Keep reading to learn more about the benefits and discover the easy-to-follow application process.

Scholarship Summary

Field	Details
Level of Study	Postdoctoral
Institution(s)	University of British Columbia (UBC)
Study in	Canada
Opportunity Focus Areas	See program websites for specific areas: Vancouver campus Okanagan campus
Program Period	One to two years

Application Deadline

November 2024

Scholarship Coverage

The Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship offers a comprehensive support package to help fellows focus on their research endeavors.

Benefit	Amount
Annual Stipend	$60,000 CAD
Travel Research Allowance	$4,000 CAD (distributed over two years)

Who can apply?

This fellowship is open to highly qualified researchers from around the world (all countries are eligible). However, there are a few key requirements to keep in mind:

• English Language: You must be proficient in English as the fellowship program will be in English.
• UBC PhD: You cannot have completed your PhD studies at any UBC campus.
• Recent PhD: You must have finished all your PhD requirements within the past 24 months of your desired fellowship start date.
• Faculty Position: You cannot currently hold a permanent faculty position (tenure-track or continuing) at a university or college. Temporary, term, or non-tenure track appointments are still eligible.

How to Apply?

The application process for the Killam Fellowship involves obtaining official verification of your academic records. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Gather Academic Records: Make copies of your original transcripts and diplomas.
2. University Verification:
   • Send the copies to your degree-granting institution (home university).
   • Request your university to:
     • Verify the copies are true representations of your academic record.
     • Stamp the copies with an official university seal.
     • Place the verified and stamped copies in sealed envelopes endorsed by the Registrar.
3. Submission:
   • Mail the sealed, endorsed envelopes to: Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies, Attn: Killam Postdocs 6371 Crescent Road, Vancouver BC V6T 1Z2

For any questions: Contact killam.fellowships@ubc.ca

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