Rowland Fellows Program , USA 2027 Fully Funded

Applications are now open for the Rowland Fellowship 2027 at the Rowland Institute at Harvard. This fully funded fellowship supports outstanding early-career experimentalists in all fields of science and engineering. It provides selected fellows with the opportunity to build and lead their own independent research group in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The program offers generous funding, dedicated lab space, full principal investigator rights, and comprehensive career support. There is no application fee. The fellowship is open to applicants from around the world. The application deadline is Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT.You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Host Institution: Rowland Institute at Harvard
• Host Country: United States of America
• Fellowship Duration: Up to 5 years
• Application Deadline: August 1, 2026 (11:59 PM EDT)
• Start Date: Flexible, between July and December 2027
• Funding Type: Fully Funded
• Open For: All nationalities
• Application Fee: None

What This Scholarship Offers:

Selected Rowland Fellows receive comprehensive support to launch and grow their independent research programs. Benefits include:

• Full principal investigator rights and dedicated laboratory space with additional facilities as needed
• Generous startup funding for capital equipment tailored to your research needs
• Annual operating budget starting at $225,000 to cover lab supplies, travel, and hiring of personnel (postdoctoral fellows, postbacs, and undergraduates)
• Competitive annual salary starting at $89,999 with full Harvard University benefits
• Access to expert staff scientists and engineers who help design and fabricate custom experimental setups
• Shared state-of-the-art research facilities across Harvard University
• Professional mentoring in lab culture development, scientific writing, budgeting, leadership, and long-term career advancement
• Opportunity to teach and mentor undergraduate students in active research settings
• Rich interdisciplinary environment in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with strong collaboration opportunities

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the 2027 cycle, applicants must meet these requirements:

• Currently completing a PhD or have received your PhD after May 1, 2025
• Must complete doctoral degree before the fellowship start date
• Proposed research must be experimentally focused in science or engineering
• Open to candidates from any accredited academic institution worldwide
• US citizens and non-citizens are welcome (visa assistance provided if needed)

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Available Fields:

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Engineering
• Neuroscience
• Materials Science
• Computer Science (experimental focus)
• Environmental Science
• Astronomy and Astrophysics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

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Application Materials:

Prepare and upload the following documents:

1. 250-word Elevator Pitch — Describe your research goals for a general audience.
2. Statement of Research — Up to three pages including references. Cover your research proposal and any recent supporting work.
3. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
4. Vision Statement — One page describing how your personal values and academic experiences shape your plan for a productive and supportive research group culture.
5. Contact information for 3 or 4 references — Automated emails will be sent to them with a submission deadline.

Important Note on AI Use: Please declare any use of AI tools in your application and describe how you used them. All materials must reflect your own voice, personal experiences, and original thinking.

Supplemental Questions:

You will also need to provide:

• Title of Proposal
• Discipline or Field
• PhD Institution
• Proposed Start Date
• How you learned about the program
• Date PhD received or expected

Application Timeline (2027 Cycle):

• Application Deadline: Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT
• Letters of Recommendation Due: August 15, 2026
• Mid-September 2026: Eligibility notifications
• Mid-October 2026: First-round Zoom interviews
• November 12–13, 2026: Finalist in-person interviews at the Institute
• Early December 2026: Final decisions announced

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How to Apply

1. Prepare the required documents:
2. Complete the supplemental questions on the application portal.
3. Submit your application through the link below
4. Once submitted, your referees will receive automated requests for recommendation letters (due August 15, 2026).

For questions, contact: [email protected]

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