NASA Hubble Fellowship Programme (NHFP) 2027 in USA | Fully Funded
The NASA Hubble Fellowship Programme supports promising postdoctoral astrophysicists with up to three-year appointments at U.S. host institutions. Applications are due by October 28, 2026.
Overview
The NASA Hubble Fellowship Programme (NHFP) provides postdoctoral scientists the opportunity to pursue independent research relevant to NASA Astrophysics. Fellows utilize theory, observation, experimentation, or instrument development, and are categorized into Einstein, Hubble, or Sagan themes aligned with NASA’s core scientific questions. The program is administered for NASA by the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) in cooperation with JPL, NExScI, and the Chandra X-ray Center.
Benefits
- Funding for up to three years, consisting of an initial one-year appointment followed by two annual renewals.
- Salary and benefits provided through the selected host institution.
- Research independence with access to NASA Astrophysics resources.
Eligibility
- Applicants must hold a PhD in astronomy, physics, or a closely related discipline.
- Proposed research must be relevant to NASA Astrophysics priorities.
- Candidates must secure a U.S. host institution, keeping in mind institutional limits on new fellows per year.
How to Apply
Interested individuals should carefully review the official Announcement of Opportunity available via the program channels. Submissions require an application form, a research proposal tailored to program priorities, a curriculum vitae, host institution confirmation, and three letters of reference.
You can access the portal and submit your materials through the official website.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted by October 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM EDT. Letters of reference are due by November 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM EST.