Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program

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The National Cancer Institute (NCI) Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program (CPFP) is now accepting applications for Cancer Prevention Fellows. This unique postdoctoral training opportunity is perfect for researchers and clinicians with a demonstrated interest in cancer prevention.

Pursue your research interests with world-class training and mentorship

The centerpiece of the program is mentored, multidisciplinary research. Our comprehensive postdoctoral program is flexible enough to permit individual creativity while offering an organizational foundation for research and growth.

The program provides:

  • Competitive stipends, relocation expenses, health insurance benefits, and travel allowances
  • Support for up to four years
  • A path to earn a master of public health degree (M.P.H), sponsored by NCI
  • A structured professional development curriculum
  • A cohort of fellows, whose interests span STEM and other fields

Qualifications

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in a related discipline or be currently enrolled in an accredited doctoral degree program and scheduled to complete all requirements prior to the start of the program.

Applicants must also be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States, unless applying through the Ireland-NCI Cancer Consortium, and have less than five years of relevant postdoctoral research experience.

Learn more and apply
Applications are being accepted through August 16, 2021. You must apply through our online system at https://applications.cpfp.cancer.gov/fellowship/fellowship.php.

To learn more about eligibility requirements and to apply, visit https://cpfp.cancer.gov or email us at cpfpcoordinator@mail.nih.gov.

https://applications.cpfp.cancer.gov/fellowship/fellowship.php?cid=jb_aaas_en_cpfp_application_2021

Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Computer vision, AI, machine learning

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King Abdullah University of Science and Technology: Postdoc Positions: Computer, Electrical and Mathematical Science and Engineering Division (postdoc)

Location

KAUST, Thuwal 23955, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Open Date

Apr 20, 2021

Deadline

Jun 30, 2021 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Computer Vision-Core Artificial Intelligence Research (Vision-CAIR) group of Prof. Mohamed Elhoseiny at the CS Program of the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is looking for a postdoctoral researcher in the area of computer vision, AI, and machine learning. The Research Vision-CAIR group performs research and develops computational approaches in the following research themes:

  • (a) learning efficiency, computational creativity (zero, few-shot, and long-tail learning of 2D and 3D vision tasks. This also includes efficient generative models that are capable of generating and understanding unseen art and fashion in 2D and 3D);
  • (b) continual learning (e.g., alleviating catastrophic forgetting in various learning settings including recognition RL);
  • (c) vision and language (this overlaps with the former themes as 2D and 3D vision is often integrated with language).

A video explaining what is Imagination-Inspired AI relating to themes (a) and (c) is available here:

A presentation covering continual learning methods relating to theme (b) is available here: 

More information about the research group can be found here:

Key requirements include good communication (verbal, writing, etc) and excellent publication record in high-quality journals and/or conference proceedings such as CVPR, ICCV, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ECCV, Nature, TPAMI, AAAI. It is an opportunity to develop core algorithmic advances and aim at publishing them at these top venues. More details about the position can be found here.

We offer fixed Term Contract for the duration of up to 3 years (initial appointment will be for a period of 1 year and after satisfactory evaluation it can be extended for a total duration of 3 years).

As a KAUST postdoc or researcher, you will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities, including a supercomputer. You will work in an exciting international environment with researchers from over 100 nationalities and will have the opportunity to participate in the development of computational algorithms and tools for problems of relevance to Vision-CAIR research group and Visual Computing Center (VCC) with a particular focus on learning efficiency, computational creativity, continual learning, computer vision, and natural language processing.

You will have the opportunity to boost your career development and training, read more here. Post-docs receive highly competitive salaries and other benefits, inclusive of accommodation, healthcare, medical and dental insurance, relocation allowance, one round-trip travel to home country per year, access to on-campus daycare and International Baccalaureate (IB) school, campus transportation (on-demand as well as scheduled), exceptional community services, facilities, programs, and events to help you enjoy an active, healthy, balanced and fulfilled life at KAUST. These community resources allow postdocs and researchers to balance their professional and family commitments.

About KAUST

KAUST is an international, graduate-only research university with researchers from over 100 nationalities, located on the shores of the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia less than an hour drive north of Jeddah. KAUST offers outstanding research facilities, internationally competitive salaries, and generous research funding from KAUST as well as other funding opportunities through industry collaborations. KAUST attracts top international faculty, scientists, engineers and students to conduct curiosity-driven and goal-oriented research to address the world’s pressing scientific and technological challenges.

KAUST has an award-winning campus to live, work, study and play that is designed to inspire and motivate students, employees and their families to maintain an active lifestyle. The community members enjoy elementary and secondary schools, health clinic, on-demand as well as scheduled transportations, thematic community clubs, as well as several fitness and outdoor sports installations including sea-faring sports. On the cultural and leisure side, KAUST fosters the arts with a performance theater for concerts and plays as well as a movie theater, besides numerous dining options and the Red Sea just steps away, information may be found here.

Qualifications

We welcome candidates with a PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Informatics, or related areas, with a strong background in the theory and practice of one or more of following research areas – machine learning efficiency, computational creativity, continual learning, computer vision, and natural language processing.

We require documented experience about computer vision, machine learning, deep learning or optimization, demonstrated by high-quality publications. We consider as an advantage documented experience publishing in top Computer Vision and AI conferences including CVPR/ICCV/ECCV/ICLR/ICML/NeurIPS/AAAI. We consider as an added advantage documented experience in specific instances of following topics: creative AI, zero-shot learning, generative models, and continual learning.

The call is open to all applicants from any nationality. International applications are strongly encouraged. Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are mandatory. We require commitment, team working and a critical mind.

Application Instructions

You will be required to complete an application form and upload all of the following materials:

  • Curriculum Vitae, your contact address, work experience, publications, and clear evidence about the documented experience requested above in the call.
  • Letter of intent (up to 500 words) including the personal motivations for applying to KAUST, Vision-CAIR and a statement indicating which research priority(ies) of Vision-CAIR you are interested in, and explaining your motivations for it.
  • Copies of up to three papers substantiating your background and experience in these topics.
  • An abstract of your PhD thesis (max 1 page).
  • Transcripts and results of all courses taken during the Master and PhD programs (transcript copies allowed).
  • Contact information for 3 referees.

Because of the high volume of applications that we usually receive, only applications submitted through the online Interfolio form will be considered (https://www.interfolio.com/). Applications will be pre-screened as soon as they are received and will deserve full consideration through rolling cut-off date periods until all positions are filled. Candidates having applied by a given cut-off date (see below) will receive feedback within a reasonable delay thereafter.

For more information, please contact:

Prof. Mohamed H. Elhoseiny

via email at: mohamed.elhoseiny@kaust.edu.sa,

Subject: COMPUTER VISION – POSTDOCTORAL APPLICATIONS.

Because of the high volume of applications that we receive, only applications submitted through the online Interfolio form will be considered. Please refer to the interfolio links at (http://vision-cair.kaust.edu.sa/vision-cair-apply).

Next cut-off date for applications: June 30, 2021.

CCS Research Grant For Foreign Scholars in Taiwan, 2021

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CCS Research Grant For Foreign Scholars in Taiwan, 2021 is offered for PhD, Post Doc degree in the field of Taiwan or Chinese studies. You can apply to this scholarship here. The deadline for the sending your application is 31 May 2021. This scholarship is provided by Center for Chinese Studies and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, Research expenses will be covered . This scholarship is open for: Open to all applicants.

  • Deadline: 31 May 2021
  • Scholarship value: Partial Funding, Research expenses will be covered

The Center for Chinese Studies is offering CCS Research Grant For Foreign Scholars in Taiwan, 2021 to foreign professors, associate professors, assistant professors and doctoral candidates in departments related to Chinese studies at foreign universities. The research should be undertaken in Taiwan in the field of Chinese studies.

Eligibility for CCS Research Grant For Foreign Scholars in Taiwan, 2021:

  • Must be foreign professors, associate professors, assistant professors (including post-doctoral researchers) and doctoral candidates in departments related to Chinese studies.
  • Must be employed in a Foreign University.
  • Must be taken in Taiwan.
  • Research must be carried out in the field of Taiwan or Chinese studies.

Documents Required:

  • A curriculum vitae.
  • Publications list.
  • A research plan.
  • Recommendation letters.
  • An application form.

Value of CCS Research Grant For Foreign Scholars in Taiwan, 2021:

  • The applicants who are foreign scholars get travel subsidies.
  • The research tenure is for three months to 1 year.
  • The recipients of CCS Research Grant For Foreign Scholars in Taiwan, 2021 get the travel and research subsidies.
  • The travel subsidies include one economy class air ticket from their home country to Taipei.
  • The research subsidies are dependent upon the level of applicants such as professor, associate professor, assistant professor, and doctoral candidate.

Deadline for CCS Research Grant For Foreign Scholars in Taiwan, 2021:

  • The last date to apply for CCS Research Grant For Foreign Scholars in Taiwan, 2021 is 31st May 2021.

Gerda Henkel Foundation Research Scholarships in Germany, 2021

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Gerda Henkel Foundation Research Scholarships in Germany, 2021 is offered for Post Doc degree in the field of Archaeology, Historical Sciences, Prehistory and Early History, History of Science, Historical Islamic Studies, History of Art, History of Law. You can apply to this scholarship here. The deadline for the sending your application is 02 Jun 2021. This scholarship is provided by Gerda Henkel Stiftung and the value of this scholarship is Full Funding, Full and partial funding . This scholarship is open for: Open to all nationals.

  • Deadline: 02 Jun 2021
  • Scholarship value: Full Funding, Full and partial funding

Eligibility for Gerda Henkel Foundation Research Scholarships in Germany, 2021:

  • The scholarships are open to Post-doctoral students of all nationalities.
  • The academic excellence of the candidates is taken into consideration and highly qualified applicants are preferred.
  • Candidates applying should be from subject areas related to Archaeology, Historical Sciences, Historical Islamic Studies, History of Art, History of Law, Prehistory and Early History, History of Science.
  • The scholarship will be provided for up to 2 years.

Documents required:

  • The candidate should submit a completed application form.
  • The CV in tabular form should be submitted in a maximum of 8 pages. 
  • Should include the work and time schedule. Necessary travel to archives, museums and libraries should also be mentioned. 
  • A statement should be submitted on expected travel and material costs.
  • Certificates of Master’s degree, seminar certificates shall be submitted.

Value of Gerda Henkel Foundation Research Scholarships in Germany, 2021:

  • The successful applicants of Gerda Henkel Foundation Research Scholarships in Germany, 2021 will receive full or partial scholarship.
  • The recipient may be eligible for travel and other material expenses.

Deadline for Gerda Henkel Foundation Research Scholarships in Germany, 2021:

  • The last date to apply for Gerda Henkel Foundation Research Scholarships in Germany, 2021 is 2nd June 2021.

International Postdoctoral Position in Embodied Cognition and Reading 2021

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nternational Postdoctoral Position in Embodied Cognition and Reading 2021 is offered for Post Doc degree in the field of Department of Language and Communication. You can apply to this scholarship here. The deadline for the sending your application is 17 May 2021. This scholarship is provided by University of Southern Denmark and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, Salary . This scholarship is open for: Open to all nationals.

  • Deadline: 17 May 2021
  • Scholarship value: Partial Funding, Salary

The Department of Language and Communication, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a postdoctoral research position starting 15 August 2021, or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is for 1.5 years. The position is embedded in the externally-funded research project: “How do University College Students Read?: A Cognitive Video-Ethnographic Study”. 

Project Description: This project investigates students’ natural reading practices (in print or digitally) and is methodological and theoretically multidisciplinary. It uses cognitive video-ethnography, interviews, and interaction analysis within a radical embodied ecological framework. 

Eligibility criteria for International Postdoctoral Position in Embodied Cognition and Reading 2021:

  • Applicants from all nationalities are eligible.
  • Applicants must have completed a PhD-degree by the time of employment.
  • Applicants must have knowledge areas of embodied cognition and/or embodied learning. 
  • Applicants must have experience with empirical work and should be able to engage with theories of cognition (and language) within an ecological, embodied framework. 

An application must include:

  • Application
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Certificates/Diplomas
  • Information on previous teaching experience, please attach as a Teaching portfolio
  • List of publications indicating the publications attached
  • Up to 3 of the most relevant publications. Please attach one pdf-file for each publication. For any publication with a co-author, a co-author statement must be submitted as part of the pdf-file.

Value of International Postdoctoral Position in Embodied Cognition and Reading 2021:

Successful applicants of the International Postdoctoral Position in Embodied Cognition and Reading 2021 will receive a salary.

Deadline of International Postdoctoral Position in Embodied Cognition and Reading 2021:

The last date to apply for the International Postdoctoral Position in Embodied Cognition and Reading 2021 is 17th May 2021.

Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Mycology in sao paulo Research foundation Brazil

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The Thematic Project “Integrating phylogeny, genetics and chemical ecology to unravel the tangled bank of the multipartite fungus-farming ant s.ymbiosis” announces a post-doctoral position of up to 24 months. The project aim (1) to discover if the evolution of the fungus Escovopsis is linked to the evolution of ants and their mutualistic fungi and (2) to describe new species of this genus by applying different taxonomic tools.

Applications are open for candidates who obtained PhD in Biological Sciences, Microbiology or related areas; and no more than 2 years post-PhD. Applicants with knowledge on the fungus-growing ant system are also highly recommended. The selected candidate should have knowledge on fungal isolation, molecular techniques (DNA extraction, PCR and sequencing), as well as knowledge in taxonomy, phylogenetics, systematics, and evolution of fungi (ancestral state reconstruction). Candidates with experience in genomics are also welcomed.

The ideal candidate will be able to work independently to develop his/her research project, as well as to work in a team-based environment. The fellow will be based at the Rio Claro Institute of Biology of the São Paulo State University (IBRC-UNESP) in Brazil.

Send your application to andre.rodrigues@unesp.br , with the title “PD/FAPESP Application” with the following documentation (pdf files only): 1) CV (for Brazilians: CV Lattes), 2) A letter of interest in the project explaining your skills (in English or Portuguese); and 3) Two recommendation letters.

This opportunity is open to candidates of any nationalities. The selected candidate will receive a Post-Doctoral fellowship from the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) in the amount of R$ 7,373.10 monthly and a research contingency fund, equivalent to 10% of the annual value of the fellowship which should be spent in items directly related to the research activity.
More information about the fellowship is at: fapesp.br/oportunidades/4189 .

Banting International Postdoctoral Fellowships, 2021

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Banting International Postdoctoral Fellowships, 2021 is offered for Post Doc degree in the field of Engineering, Humanities, Health, Science. You can apply to this scholarship here. The deadline for the sending your application is 22 Sep 2021. This scholarship is provided by Government Of Canada and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, CAD 70,000 per year . This scholarship is open for: Open to all nationals.

  • Deadline: 22 Sep 2021
  • Scholarship value: Partial Funding, CAD 70,000 per year

The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program provides funding to the very best postdoctoral applicants, both nationally and internationally, who will positively contribute to the country’s economic, social and research-based growth. 

The objective of the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program is to:

  • Attract and retain top-tier postdoctoral talent, both nationally and internationally.
  • Develop their leadership potential.
  • Position them for success as research leaders of tomorrow.

Eligibility criteria for Banting International Postdoctoral Fellowships, 2021:

  • The scholarship is open to students from all countries.
  • The applicant must not be a holder of the scholarship in the previous years.
  • The students should be willing to develop their leadership potential.
  • Demonstrate academic excellence.
  • Demonstrate extensive research potential.

Value of Banting International Postdoctoral Fellowships, 2021:

  • The successful applicants of Banting International Postdoctoral Fellowships 2021 will receive an annual stipend of CAD 70,000 per year.
  • The duration of this fellowship is two years.
  • The number of Banting International Postdoctoral Fellowships awarded annually is SEVENTY.

Deadline for Banting International Postdoctoral Fellowships, 2021:

  • The last date to apply for Banting International Postdoctoral Fellowships 2021, is 30th September 2021.

Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US 2021-22

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Details about International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US 2021-22

International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US 2021-22 is offered for Post Doc degree in the field of Mathematics. You can apply to this scholarship here. The deadline for the sending your application is 31 Aug 2021. This scholarship is provided by International Mathematical Union (IMU) and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, Up to $4,400 (Travel + Living allowances) . This scholarship is open for: Open to citizens of developing countries.

  • Deadline: 31 Aug 2021
  • Scholarship value: Partial Funding, Up to $4,400 (Travel + Living allowances)

The International Mathematical Union invites applications for Abel Visiting Scholar Program, 2021-22 from mathematicians professionally based in developing countries to visit an international research collaborator for a period of one month.

Eligibility criteria for International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US, 2021-22:

  • The applicants of the International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US, 2021-22 should have a Ph.D. in Mathematics.
  • The candidates should be from a developing country.
  • The candidates should be in a particular position in a university/research institution.
  • The applicant should have been working with a University or College on a contract basis. He/She also should be in the early stages of their professional careers and below 40 years of age on the day of the application deadline.
  • The age factor is relaxed for the applicants with a broken career pattern, provided that the application must be attached with the reason for the same.

Documents Required:

  • The candidates applying for the International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US, 2021-22 should submit a detailed CV including a list of recent publications.
  • Documents stating a research plan for the visit should be submitted by the applicants.
  • A copy of the official invitation from the institution of the international research partner and a letter of recommendation should also be submitted by the candidates.
  • The applicants should submit copies of the Ph.D. certificates and budget estimation.
  • Current employment status and position in the home institution signed and stamped by the employer should be provided including the duration of your employment.

Selection Criteria:

  • The criteria for selection of the International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US, 2021-22 is based on the quality of the project and the benefit/added value for the home institution/country.

Value of International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US, 2021-22:

The successful applicants of the International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US, 2021-22 will receive scholarship grant up to $4,400(5,000 Dollars) which includes:

  • Travel costs
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance charges 
  • Basic living cost and accomodation

Deadline for International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US, 2021-22:

The last date to apply for the International Mathematical Union – Abel Visiting Scholar Program in US, 2021-22 is 31st August 2021 for visits between January 1 and April 30, 2022

Canadian government laboratories and research institutions Postdoctoral Research Program, 2021

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Postdoctoral Research Program, 2021 is offered for Post Doc degree in the field of Natural Sciences. You can apply to this scholarship here. The deadline for the sending your application is Deadline varies. This scholarship is provided by Government Of Canada and the value of this scholarship is Partial Funding, Salary . This scholarship is open for: Open to all nationals.

  • Deadline: Deadline varies
  • Scholarship value: Partial Funding, Salary

Natural Resources Canada, in collaboration with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Health Canada & Public Health Agency of Canada is looking for recent graduates in a field of natural sciences to join the Postdoctoral Research Program.

About the Program: The Postdoctoral Research Program provides scientists, who have recently obtained a doctoral degree in a field of natural sciences, with the opportunity to work with research groups or leaders in Canadian government laboratories and research institutions located across Canada.

Eligibility criteria for the Postdoctoral Research Program, 2021:

  • Applicants from all nationalities are eligible.
  • Applicants must have graduated within the last 3 (three) years* with a doctoral degree in a field of natural sciences.
  • Applicants must be currently enrolled in a doctoral program at a recognized post-secondary institution.
  • Applicants with foreign credentials (obtained outside of Canada) must provide proof of Canadian equivalency.

Benefits of the Postdoctoral Research Program, 2021:

Successful applicants of the Postdoctoral Research Program, 2021 will will be hired as term Scientific Research (SE-RES) employees and receives salary.

Education

We are looking for candidates who have graduated within the last 3 (three) years* with a doctoral degree in a field of natural sciences.

*Special consideration may be given to applicants who were unable to apply during the 3-year period, due to a significant career interruption or delay. If this concerns your eligibility to the program, please contact the PRP Mailbox (nrcan.PRP.rncan@canada.ca).

Applications will be accepted if applicants are currently enrolled in a doctoral program at a recognized post-secondary institution; however, candidates must meet the education requirements in order to be appointed to a position.

Candidates with foreign credentials (obtained outside of Canada) must provide proof of Canadian equivalency.

Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships in US, 2021

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Wenner-Gren Foundation – Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships in US, 2021 is offered for Post Doc degree in the field of Anthropology. You can apply to this scholarship here. The deadline for the sending your application is 01 May 2021. This scholarship is provided by Wenner-Gren Foundation and the value of this scholarship is Full Funding, USD 40,000 for one year . This scholarship is open for: Open to all nationals.

  • Deadline: 01 May 2021
  • Scholarship value: Full Funding, USD 40,000 for one year

The Wenner-Gren Foundation has initiated Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships, to support post-doctoral students in research for twelve months of continuous full-time writing. 

About the Program: The Foundation aims to enable a new generation of scholars to publish significant works that will impact the development of anthropology. The program contributes to the Foundation’s overall mission to support basic research in anthropology and to ensure that the discipline continues to be a source of vibrant and significant work that furthers our understanding of humanity’s cultural and biological origins, development, and variation. 

Eligibility for Wenner-Gren Foundation – Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships in US, 2021:

  • Applicants for Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships, Wenner-Gren Foundation from all nationalities are eligible.
  • Candidates applying should have a PhD or equivalent.
  • The PhD of the candidate should not be more than ten years old.
  • Fellowship provided is to support a continuous period of full-time academic writing. 
  • Prior recipients of Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships are not eligible.
  • Prior applicants, applying again need to submit a resubmission statement, explaining how the application is different from the prior application.

Selection criteria:

  • The main criteria of evaluation will be the research and its potential contribution to anthropological knowledge, theory, and debate.
  • There is no preference for any particular geographical area or topics

Documents required:

  • The applicants for Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships, Wenner-Gren Foundation completed application form.
  • The Curriculum vitae should be attached.
  • A printed copy of the application form and required attachments.
  • Abstract of your writing project. 
  • Answers to four project description questions should be given.
  • Resubmission statement is required if the current application is a resubmission.
  • Bibliography relevant to your proposed project.

Value of Wenner-Gren Foundation – Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships in US, 2021:

  • The successful applicants of Wenner-Gren Foundation – Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships in US, 2021 will receive AUD 40,000 for 12 months of continuous writing.

Deadline for Wenner-Gren Foundation – Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships in US, 2021:

  • The last date to apply for Wenner-Gren Foundation – Hunt Postdoctoral Fellowships in US, 2021 is 1st May 2021.

http://www.wennergren.org/programs/hunt-postdoctoral-fellowships-writing