Opportunities for scientists—November 2022

November 30, 2022

Academy opportunities

Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund – Strategic Element

The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences 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

Japan Society for the Promotion of Science fellowships

The JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program for Foreign Researchers provides opportunities for Australian postdoctoral researchers to conduct cooperative research with leading research groups in universities and other Japanese institutions.  Applications are invited from suitably qualified researchers in any field of the physical sciences, life sciences, engineering, technology and medicine.

Fellowships are awarded for a period of 12–24 months and include flights, a monthly maintenance allowance, a settling-in allowance and insurance coverage.

Applications close Monday 12 December 2022.

More information on the JSPS Fellowships

Visit to the National Institutes of Health in the USA by a junior scientist

The Academy invites expressions of interest from junior scientists, under 30 years of age, to visit the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States of America. The duration of the visit is expected to be between 6 and 13 weeks and must occur between 1 May 2023 and 1 March 2024.

The prize includes a contribution towards the direct return air travel between Australia and the host institution up to a maximum of US$3,000, and a once-off living allowance of up to a maximum of A$400 provided by the Adam J. Berry Memorial Fund (AJBMF). Additionally, a small daily stipend during the stay in America may be available at the discretion of the NIH host lab.

Applications close Tuesday 31 January 2023.

More information on the Visit to the National Institutes of Health in the USA by a junior scientist program

External opportunities

A.M. Turing Award

Recognises major contributions of a technical nature to the computing community – US$1 million.

Applications close 15 December 2022.

More information on the A.M. Turing Award

Gruber Prizes

Honours individuals in the fields of cosmology, genetics and neuroscience, whose ground-breaking work provides new models that inspire and enable fundamental shifts in knowledge and culture – US$500,000 for each category.

Applications close 15 December 2022.

More information on the Gruber Prizes

José Vasconcelos Award

Awarded to a renowned educator, an authority in the field of teaching, or to an individual who has promoted education policies, who has had a significant influence on the advancement in the scope of culture for mankind – US$10,000.

Applications close 16 December 2022.

More information on the José Vasconcelos Award

Albert Einstein World Award of Science

Recognises those who have accomplished scientific and technological achievements which have brought progress to science and benefit to mankind – US$10,000.

Applications close 16 December 2022.

More information on the Albert Einstein World Award of Science

AOGS Axford Medal

Recognises outstanding achievements in geosciences and unselfish cooperation and leadership in Asia and Oceania

Applications close 9 January 2023.

More information on the AOGS Axford Medal

The Volvo Environment Prize

Awarded to people who have made outstanding scientific achievements within the area of environment and sustainability – SEK1.5 million

Applications close 10 January 2023

More information about the Volvo Environment Prize

Lefoulon-Delalande Grand Prize

Awarded to scientists who have made a significant scientific contribution in physiology, biology or cardiovascular medicine – €600,000

Applications close 13 January 2023

More information about the Lefoulon-Delalande Grand Prize

Welch Award in Chemistry

Recognises important chemical research contributions which have had a significant, positive influence on mankind – US$500,000

Applications close 31 January 2023

More information on the Welch Award in Chemistry

Lasker Award

Awards will be offered in three categories in 2023: Basic Research, Clinical Research and Special Achievement – US$250,000

Applications close 6 February 2023

More information on the Lasker Award

Letten Prize

For young researchers working in the fields of health, environment, development and equality in all aspects of human life – NOK2.5 million

Applications close 6 February 2023

More information on the Letten Prize

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