Opportunities for scientists—August 2022

August 31, 2022

Academy opportunities

Science and Industry Endowment Fund – Australian Academy of Science Fellowships to the 72nd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting in physiology and medicine

The Academy invites applications from early career researchers, through their institute research office, for a fellowship to participate in the 72nd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting dedicated to physiology and medicine. The meeting is being held from 25 to 30 June 2023.

Successful candidates will receive a grant-in-aid from the Academy valued at up to $7500 (GST exclusive) towards the cost of international airfares and Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting registration (including accommodation).

Applications close 28 September 2022

More information on fellowships to the Lindau Nobel Laureates Meeting

Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund – Strategic Element

The Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering (ATSE), in collaboration with the Australian Academy of Science, will deliver the Australian Government’s $18.2 million Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund – Strategic Element, a key part of the new $60.2 million GSTDF fund.

Over the next four years, the fund will support international collaboration to enhance Australia’s profile in science and technology research and application. Australian business, entrepreneurs and researchers can capitalise on international opportunities to commercialise their cutting-edge products and services and strengthen scientific collaborations.

More information on the Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund – Strategic Element

External opportunities

The Abel Prize

The Abel Prize recognises outstanding scientific work in the field of mathematics, including mathematical aspects of computer science, mathematical physics, probability, numerical analysis and scientific computing, statistics, and also applications of mathematics in the sciences – NOK7.5 million

Applications close 15 September 2022

More information on the Abel Prize

2023 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

This competitive annual grant program supports young Australians aged 18–35 by funding projects that will benefit Australia’s primary industries. There are 12 industry categories, each worth up to $22,000.

Applications close 23 September 2022

More information about the 2023 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

Canada Gairdner International Award

The Canada Gairdner International Award recognises outstanding researchers whose unique scientific contributions have increased the understanding of human biology and disease and contributed to the relief of human suffering – C$100,000

Applications close 1 October 2022

More information on the Canada Gairdner International Awards

2024-25 Gough Whitlam and Malcolm Fraser Harvard Chair of Australian Studies

The Committee on Australian Studies at Harvard University seeks to appoint a distinguished scholar to the Gough Whitlam and Malcolm Fraser Visiting Professor of Australian Studies for the 2024–2025 academic year.

Applications close 15 October 2022

More information about the Gough Whitlam and Malcolm Fraser Harvard Chair of Australian Studies

The Danone International Prize for Alimentation

The Danone International Prize for Alimentation encourages and supports cutting edge, innovative and multidisciplinary scientific research in alimentation – €100,000

Applications close 16 October 2022

More information on the Danone International Prize for Alimentation


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