Clay Fellowship

Applicant is expected to pursue research programs of their own conception and design, and they should state clearly why they believe that their professional goals would be furthered through research opportunities at the CfA. Applicant is expected to demonstrate their capability for original research through several first-author refereed publications in major astronomy journals.

Fellowship is awarded for a period of four years.

Award is in the form of a stipend, plus a research budget of $16,000 for full health benefits and relocation expenses ($7,500).

Renewable if recipient maintains satisfactory progress.

Study areas: astronomy, astrophysics, atomic/molecular physics, planetary science