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Army Research Laboratory (ARL) Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowships | National Academics

June 9, 2026
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Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Applicants:

  • Must have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. or Sc.D. degree in the physical sciences, life sciences, computational sciences, behavioral sciences, or engineering by October 1, 2026
  • May not be more than five years beyond the award date of their Ph.D. or Sc.D. by the fellowship application deadline
  • Must demonstrate exceptional qualifications with respect to academic and scholarly achievement, as evidenced by research and publication
  • Are expected to have conducted research on a major scientific or engineering problem during their thesis work or have provided a new approach or insight, evidenced by a recognized impact in their field

There are no citizenship requirements to apply; however, selected fellows must pass a Department of Defense (DoD) clearance process, requiring a background security investigation. Foreign nationals must hold or anticipate holding a visa accepted by the program and must get further DoD approval, requiring a background investigation. 

Fellowship Benefits

  • Full-time, one-year in-residence appointment at ARL, renewable for up to three years based on performance
  • Annual stipend of $115,000
  • Health insurance (including dental and vision)
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional travel allowance

Program and Application Process Webinar

We invite you to watch the recording of our most recent informational webinar to learn more about the program and application process. 

In this webinar, we cover:

  • Fellowship benefits and structure
  • Research areas and lab environment
  • Eligibility and key program details

Qualified candidates can find additional information and apply by July 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time at https://arldpf.nationalacademies.org.