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Dalhousie University - Killam Postdoctoral Fellowship

A recommendation form for the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program, to be completed by a recommender.

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DeadlineDecember 15, 2025, 4 pm Atlantic; Fellowship can be taken up between May 1, 2026 and January 15, 2027; Maximum duration: one year (three terms); September admission: June 1 (Canadian), April 1 (non-Canadian); January 21, 2026: D
Award amount$3,000 research allowance; $1,000 conference travel grant; Faculty of Science Killam Prize: $2,000; Faculty of Science Killam Professorships: $2,000; Up to $60,000 annually (including $50,000 stipend); George Cooper Master's and Doctoral Killam Prizes: $2,500; Up to $55,000 annually for Killam Postdoctoral fellowships; $65,000 annually for up to three years, inclusive of benefits
Last checkedJun 24, 2026
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Izaak Walton Killam Postdoctoral Fellowship Competition Guidelines

Guidelines for the Izaak Walton Killam Postdoctoral Fellowship at Dalhousie University, covering qualifications, tenure, value, application process, and deadlines.

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Deadline
December 15, 2025
Award amount
Up to $60,000 annually (including $50,000 stipend)
Eligibility
Must be a recently graduated scholar of superior research ability.; Doctoral degree must be completed prior to taking up the fellowship.; No restrictions regarding nationality, but must meet Canadian Immigration requirements.; Not eligible if holding a permanent academic position to return to.; Not eligible if holding a PhD/JSD from Dalhousie or completing one there.
Requirements
Contact department to discuss application feasibility and faculty support.; Submit applications through the FGS Online Scholarship Portal.; Use plain language in Lay Summary.; Supervisor's Dalhousie email required for support letter request.; CV maximum six pages, including employment, dates, positions, scholarships, awards, and presentations.
Application materials
Lay Summary; Supervisor Information and Support Letter; Curriculum Vitae (CV); Publication List/Bibliography; Confirmation of PhD completion or enrollment
How to apply
Contact the intended department first.; Submit applications via the FGS Online Scholarship Portal.; Ensure supervisor submits support letter.; Provide names and addresses of three referees.; Referees must submit letters by the deadline.
Important dates
Application Deadline: December 15, 2025, 4pm Atlantic; Results generally announced in February; Fellowship tenure: two years; Fellowship can be taken up between May 1, 2026 and January 15, 2027
Documents
Competition Guidelines [PDF-230.9kb]
Contact
Faculty of Graduate Studies; Email for Scholarships Liaison Officer

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