University of British Fellowship

The Schmidt Science Fellows program provides the world’s best emerging scientists with new skills and perspectives to develop novel solutions to society’s challenges, become scientific and societal thought leaders, and accelerate ground-breaking discoveries.

The program is looking for the brightest minds in the natural sciences, mathematics, engineering, and computing who are interested in broadening their horizons.  Candidates to be Schmidt Science Fellows are expected to already have a strong track record of scientific achievement from their PhD studies, combined with a clear intellectual curiosity and desire to drive future discoveries. They should have the commitment and character to engage with society and global challenges to make a lasting difference in the world. Fellows should have a collaborative spirit with the experience and desire to work with diverse teams and across scientific disciplines.

University of British Columbia Schmidt Science Fellowship

Aims and Benefits of University of British Columbia Schmidt Science Fellowship

Fellows receive a stipend of $100,000 USD per year and are supported to pursue a one- to two-year postdoctoral placement at a world-leading laboratory anywhere in the world in a disciplinary pivot from their PhD.  Fellows also benefit from a Global Meeting Series and personalized mentoring programs.  UBC is one of a select group of the world’s leading science and engineering institutions that are invited to nominate students for the international competition.  In 2023, 32 Schmidt Science Fellows were selected to be recipients globally.

University of British Columbia Schmidt Science Fellowship Courses

• Computing
• Engineering
• Mathematics
• Natural sciences

Application Deadline

April 19, 2024

How to Apply

For more details, visit the UBC website.