Cornell Atkinson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Sustainability 2027

The Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability runs a postdoctoral fellowship for researchers working on environment and climate questions. Fellows are based in the United States for 36 months, and four fellowships are awarded in this round.

Who can apply

The fellowship is open to applicants of all nationalities at the postdoctoral level. It is an in-person appointment in the United States, not a remote one. If you are not already allowed to work in the United States, you will need a visa. The official page says that successful applicants who need visa sponsorship are referred to Cornell International Services for guidance on obtaining the right visa, so plan for that step.

What the fellowship offers

Fellowships provide a salary of USD 65,000 per year, full Cornell University employee benefits, and USD 12,000 per year for research- and travel-related expenses.

Deadline

Applications must be submitted through the online form before 5 p.m. New York time (ET) on 20 October 2026.

Before you apply

Only four fellowships are awarded, so give yourself time to prepare a strong proposal on an environment or climate topic. Read the full call on the official Cornell Atkinson page for the exact application requirements. If you are selected, start the visa process as soon as the offer arrives.