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Fully funded 15 Nov 2026

Burke-Leinweber Fellowships in Theoretical Physics and Astrophysics

California Institute of Technology · Physics, Mathematics & Astronomy Division

  • Pasadena, United States
  • Astrophysics & Cosmology

The California Institute of Technology (Caltech) solicits applications for the Prize Fellowship program of the Walter Burke Institute for Theoretical Physics and the newly founded Leinweber Forum for Theoretical Physics. Fellowships are to begin in the Fall 2027, offering an opportunity for outstanding recent and new Ph.D. recipients to perform research at Caltech for three to four years. They are selected by a faculty committee representing all areas of theoretical physics and astrophysics at Caltech and are provided with: * flexibility, support, and freedom in choosing research directions wi

Fully funded 16 Nov 2026

Research Fellow

Amherst College

  • Amherst, United States

Research Fellow Amherst Campus Full Time JR6987 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the position of Research Fellow at the Emily Dickinson Museum. The Research Fellow in Domestic Labor History is a fixed-term, 30-hour per we

Fully funded 16 Nov 2026

Predoctoral Research Specialist, Rodney White Center for Financial Research, Wharton School

University of Pennsylvania

  • United, United States

Predoctoral Research Specialist, Rodney White Center for Financial Research, Wharton School University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As a

Fully funded 16 Nov 2026

Predoctoral Research Specialist, Rodney White Center for Financial Research, Wharton School

University of Pennsylvania

  • Philadelphia, United States

University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from

Fully funded 16 Nov 2026

Predoctoral Research Specialist, Rodney White Center for Financial Research, Wharton School

University of Pennsylvania

  • Philadelphia, United States

University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from

Fully funded 16 Nov 2026

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Physics (Spring 2027)

Jacksonville State University

  • Jacksonville, United States

Department: Chemistry and Geosciences Position Summary: A Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) under the supervision of the faculty and/or staff, may include assisting faculty with various lab related tasks, performing classroom instruction, as well as other academic support duties, and departmental operational needs, and other associated and clerical duties as assigned. Teaching schedule will vary dependent upon lab schedule, lab prep, in class lab time, and post lab work. Positions will be filled based on individual applicant’s skills, qualification, and departmental needs. If you choose to app

Fully funded 17 Nov 2026

Research Fellow

Amherst College

  • Amherst, United States

Research Fellow Amherst Campus Full Time JR6987 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the position of Research Fellow at the Emily Dickinson Museum. The Research Fellow in Domestic Labor History is a fixed-term, 30-hour per we

Fully funded 17 Nov 2026

Predoctoral Research Specialist, Rodney White Center for Financial Research, Wharton School

University of Pennsylvania

  • United, United States

Predoctoral Research Specialist, Rodney White Center for Financial Research, Wharton School University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As a

Fully funded 17 Nov 2026

Open Rank-Associate or Full Professor, College of Nursing, Office of Research and PhD Education

University of Cincinnati

  • Cincinnati, United States

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Faculty rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials. Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger

Fully funded 19 Nov 2026

Researcher - PhD (Temporary)

University of Massachusetts Lowell

  • Lowell, United States

Job no: 529867 Position type: Staff Part Time, Hourly Benefit Status: Non-Benefited – Non-Union Campus: UMass Lowell Department: Chemistry Salary: Anticipate $1100-$1200/week, commensurate w/ qualifications and experience; anticipated appointment not to exceed 9 months Applications Open: Jun 12 2026 Applications Close: Open until filled General Summary of Position: The Temporary Researcher (PhD) will support research and development activities related to point-of-care diagnostic technologies. The position will assist with experimental design, assay development and optimization, data collection

Fully funded 19 Nov 2026

Biomedical Data Scientist (PhD)

University of Massachusetts Lowell

  • Lowell, United States

Job no: 530253 Position type: Staff Full Time Benefit Status: Benefited-Union Campus: UMass Lowell Department: Biological Sciences Salary: See posting section for salary range details: Applications Open: Sep 15 2026 Applications Close: Open until filled General Summary of Position: We are a highly collaborative group at the Center of Biomedical and Health Research in Data Sciences (CHORDS) at University of Massachusetts Lowell seeking a biomedical data scientist (PhD level). In this position, you will use neural networks, SQL, Python, R and work with diverse cutting-edge health records data an

Fully funded 19 Nov 2026

Senior Instructor; Non-ACGME Fellowship

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado Anschutz Department: Anesthesiology Job Title: Senior Instructor; Non-ACGME Fellowship Position #: – Requisition #: 00848374 Job Summary: The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department of Anesthesiology has an opening for a non-ACGME anesthesiology subspecialty fellowships to apply for a full-time Senior Instructor-level faculty position in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. The chief responsibility of the Department of Anesthesiology is to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients having surgical op

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Graduate Teaching Assistant (Student)

American University

  • Washington D.C., United States

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community. This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid. Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, inc

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Fellowship Coordinator - Department of Neurology

Wayne State University

  • Detroit, United States

Fellowship Coordinator - Department of Neurology Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Fellowship Coordinator - Department of Neurology at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society. Essential functions (job duties): Posit

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Fellowship Coordinator

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department of Pathology Fellowship Coordinator Position #00851492 – Requisition #: 40672 Job Summary: The Department of Pathology is seeking a Fellowship Coordinator who will be responsible for the day ‐ to ‐ day administration of five Fellowship training programs (3 ACGME-accredited, 2 unaccredited). Assist the Program Director in ensuring that the training programs are in full compliance with CUGME Office policies and procedures, as well as relevant institutional policies and procedures, ACGME program requirements and regulations, and relevant p

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Endourology and Stone Disease Fellowship

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado Anschutz Department: Surgery Job Title: Endourology and Stone Disease Fellowship Position #:00846525 – Requisition #:39541 Job Summary: The Endourology and Stone Disease Fellowship prepares urologists for careers in academic or private practice by providing comprehensive clinical, surgical, and research training. Fellows gain experience at CU Anschutz Medical Campus and affiliated hospitals under the guidance of dedicated faculty. Key Responsibilities: • Clinical and Surgical Training: • Endoscopic stone surgery: cystoscopy, ureteroscopy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, cy

Fully funded 21 Nov 2026

Director of Predoctoral Education

University of Colorado System

  • Aurora, United States

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus School of Dental Medicine | Department of Pediatric Dentistry Clinical Teaching Faculty (C/T) - Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Professor) Working Title: Director of Predoctoral Education Full-Time Position # 00703896 R equisition # 39849 Job Summary: The University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Dental Medicine (SDM) welcomes applications for Director of Predoctoral Education from exceptional candidates for a full-time, clinical track faculty (Open Rank) to work in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Children's Hosp

Fully funded 15 Dec 2026

Faculty Leave Fellowship

Brandeis University · Crown Center for Middle East Studies

  • Waltham, United States
  • History

Faculty Leave Fellowship The Crown Center for Middle East Studies invites applications for a one-year faculty leave residential fellowship for scholars of the contemporary Middle East and North Africa to begin on September 1, 2027. The fellowship is open to all disciplines in the Humanities and Social Sciences—particularly politics, economics, history, religion, sociology, or anthropology. Successful applicants must be tenure track or tenured professors (or equivalent) with a well-established publication record seeking a faculty leave appointment and interested in engaging in a substantive res

Fully funded 30 Apr 2027

School of Nursing Graduate Assistant 2026-2027

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

  • Greensboro, United States

Requisition Number: GA00857 Position Title: School of Nursing Graduate Assistant 2026-2027 Position Eclass: GF - Graduate Flat Pay Position Summary: The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student’s field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills.

Fully funded No deadline given

THE INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES AND RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP

Lebanese American University

  • United States

SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN LAU The Institute of Environmental Studies & Research Fellowship is a teaching and research fellowship award offered to a qualified candidate with the aim of promoting new research in the areas of urban planning, environmental sustainability, and related topics, with a particular focus on local and regional issues. The Fellowship is awarded competitively on an annual basis and the selected fellow is expected to be in residence at the School of Architecture & Design in Beirut, Lebanon, on a full-time basis. The purpose of the Fellowship is to create a unique oppo

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