Courtois Fellowship Scholarship 2027 in Canada | Fully Funded
Apply for the fully funded Courtois Fellowship Scholarship 2027 at the Université de Montréal for postdoctoral research in materials science and interdisciplinary fields. Successful fellows receive an annual salary of CAD 63,819 plus research funds.
Overview
The Courtois Fellowship Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded postdoctoral opportunity hosted by the Institut Courtois at the Université de Montréal in Canada. It supports recent doctoral graduates who want to conduct innovative research in materials science and related interdisciplinary domains, including physics, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, and artificial intelligence. The fellowship provides funding for a three-year period, allowing scholars to execute independent research projects and collaborate with world-class faculty members.
Benefits
- Annual salary of CAD 63,819, with total annual compensation including benefits reaching approximately CAD 76,000.
- Research funding of up to CAD 30,000 per year for project expenses.
- Access to advanced interdisciplinary laboratories and collaborative teams.
- Visa and work permit assistance for international fellows.
- Opportunities to build an independent research program.
Eligibility
- Must hold a PhD or complete all requirements for the doctoral degree by the start of the fellowship.
- The doctorate must have been obtained within the preceding three years, with potential extensions available for justified career breaks.
- Must plan to enroll or be enrolled in a postdoctoral program at the Université de Montréal.
- Must propose a substantial research project aligned with the expertise of Institut Courtois members.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada or able to obtain the necessary work authorization.
How to Apply
Candidates must complete the application process by preparing and submitting the required documentation before the established deadlines:
- Submit a Notice of Intent online ahead of its specific deadline.
- Compile a detailed academic curriculum vitae, publication list, research project proposal of up to six pages, previous research description, academic awards, budget with rationale, bibliography, and an official doctoral transcript into a single PDF.
- Secure a support letter from a proposed Institut Courtois mentor.
- Arrange for three academic referees to send recommendation letters directly to the designated institute email address.
- Submit the complete application packet by email to the Institut Courtois.
Deadline
The final deadline to submit the complete application is 28 September 2026. A prior Notice of Intent is due by 10 September 2026.