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Harvard Rowland Fellows Program 2027 in USA

Last updated May 4, 2026

Deadline

2026-08-01

Country

USA

Level

postdoc

Organization

Rowland Institute at Harvard

Field

Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Neuroscience

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The Harvard Rowland Fellows Program is a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship designed for early-career experimental researchers in science and engineering. It provides an opportunity to establish an independent research program within the interdisciplinary environment of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Coverage

Fellows receive a starting annual salary of $89,999, full principal investigator status, dedicated laboratory space, access to specialized facilities, and an annual operating budget starting at $225,000 for supplies, travel, and hiring team members.

Eligibility

Open to researchers of all nationalities, including Ethiopian citizens. Candidates must be in the process of completing their PhD or have received their PhD after May 1, 2025. Fellows must have completed their doctoral degree before the start of the fellowship.

Requirements

Applicants must submit a CV, an elevator pitch (250 words), a statement of research, a vision statement (one page), and contact information for three to four references. The proposed research must be experimental and focus on science or engineering fields (e.g., physics, chemistry, biology, neuroscience). Projects involving human subjects or clinical research are not eligible.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official Harvard Careers portal. Ensure all required documents are uploaded before the deadline.

Notes

The fellowship duration is up to five years with start dates between July and December 2027. Applicants are encouraged to declare the use of any AI tools in their application materials.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Rowland Institute at Harvard

Original source: OpportunitiesCircle

Official application page: https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/16238

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.