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Plaskett Fellowship
Early-career astronomy research fellowship
Offered by
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Plaskett Fellowship supports early-career researchers in astronomy and astrophysics at the NRC Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Centre in Victoria, British Columbia. It supports independent research, close collaboration with scientific staff, and student supervision, with access to observatory facilities and telescope time for national and international meetings and community outreach in astronomy and astrophysics projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Victoria
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Independent research projects in astronomy and astrophysics.
Documents Needed
- Supporting documentation
- Letters of recommendation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Early-career researchers.
- People of any nationality.
- Doctoral candidates who will complete their thesis within 6 months after the fellowship is awarded may also be considered.
Selection criteria
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada are prioritized.
How to apply
- Send the request, supporting documentation and letters of recommendation before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- The CNRC will try to notify candidates by email about the stage of their application and keep them updated.
Additional information
- The CNRC can read MS Word, .rtf, .txt, .pdf and .ps files.
- Late applications may not receive full attention.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Plaskett Fellowship Program
What is the Plaskett Fellowship?
Plaskett Fellowship supports early-career researchers in astronomy and astrophysics at the NRC Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Centre in Victoria, British Columbia. It supports independent research, close collaboration with scientific staff, and student supervision, with access to observatory facilities and telescope time for national and international meetings and community outreach in astronomy and astrophysics projects.
Who is eligible for the Plaskett Fellowship program?
To be eligible for the Plaskett Fellowship program, you must:
The applicant must have obtained a doctorate no later than 5 years before benefiting from the fellowship.
Doctoral candidates who will complete their thesis within 6 months after the fellowship is awarded may also be considered.
What expenses are eligible under Plaskett Fellowship?
Independent research projects in astronomy and astrophysics.
Who can I contact for more information about the Plaskett Fellowship?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at HRQuestionsRH_CG1@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Plaskett Fellowship available?
The Plaskett Fellowship program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Plaskett Fellowship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Plaskett Fellowship is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Plaskett Fellowship?
Plaskett Fellowship is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)