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National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA) - Postdoctoral Fellowship

Details the steps for applying to the NASA Postdoctoral Program, including proposal writing, submission, review process, and notification.

DeadlineMarch 1, July 1, or November 1
Award amountNot listed
Last checkedJun 24, 2026
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How to Apply to the NASA Postdoctoral Program

Instructions on how to apply for the NASA Postdoctoral Program, including deadlines, research opportunity identification, application process, and required documents.

Eligibility
Postdoctoral Fellow: held doctoral degree less than five years.; Senior Fellow: held doctoral degree five or more years.
Requirements
Register on the Applicant Portal.; Identify and contact a NASA advisor for a research opportunity.; Submit three letters of recommendation.; Submit a research proposal (PDF format).; Submit official doctoral degree transcripts (Postdoctoral Fellows only).
Application materials
Research proposal; Letters of recommendation; Official doctoral degree transcripts (for Postdoctoral Fellows); Official master's degree transcripts (optional)
How to apply
Register on the Applicant Portal.; Search and identify a research opportunity.; Contact the associated NASA advisor.; Complete the application via Zintellect.; Arrange for three letters of recommendation.; Submit a research proposal.
Important dates
Annual application cycle deadlines: March 1, July 1, and November 1.; Astrobiology Program: accepts applications only during March and November rounds.
Documents
Template for the Research Program (.DOCX); Template for the Management Program (.DOCX)
Contact
npp@orau.org

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