Fellowship
The NASA Hubble Fellowship Program (NHFP) gives recent postdoctoral scientists the chance to carry out independent research that advances any branch of NASA Astrophysics. Application Deadline 28 October 2026 (7:00 PM EDT) Tell Me About The Fellowship The NASA Hubble Fellowship Program (NHFP) supports exceptionally promising postdoctoral scientists pursuing independent research in astrophysics. Fellows may focus on theory, observation, experimentation, or instrument development. The program preserves the legacy of NASA’s previous prize fellowships and assigns fellows to one of three categories:
Eligibility: Applicants must: Hold a PhD in astronomy, physics, or related discipline. Propose independent research relevant to NASA Astrophysics. Secure a U.S. host institution (max two new fellows per institution per year). Submit three letters of reference. How Are Fellows Selected Based on research proposal quality, originality, feasibility, and impact. Reviewers include experts and astrophysicists outside the applicant’s immediate field.
How to apply: Review the Announcement of Opportunity (issued 8 September 2026). Apply via the NHFP application website (opens 8 September 2026). Submit application by 28 October 2026. Ensure referees submit letters by 4 November 2026. Await award offers (February 2027) and public announcement (March 2027).
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The NASA Hubble Fellowship Program (NHFP) gives recent postdoctoral scientists the chance to carry out independent research that advances any branch of NASA Astrophysics.
The NASA Hubble Fellowship Program (NHFP) supports exceptionally promising postdoctoral scientists pursuing independent research in astrophysics. Fellows may focus on theory, observation, experimentation, or instrument development. The program preserves the legacy of NASA’s previous prize fellowships and assigns fellows to one of three categories:
Astrophysics research (theory, observation, experimentation, instrumentation).
Projects must clearly demonstrate relevance to NASA Astrophysics.
Hold a PhD in astronomy, physics, or related discipline.
Propose independent research relevant to NASA Astrophysics.
Secure a U.S. host institution (max two new fellows per institution per year).
Submit three letters of reference.
Based on research proposal quality, originality, feasibility, and impact.
Reviewers include experts and astrophysicists outside the applicant’s immediate field.
Strong applications highlight candidate’s role in past accomplishments and tailor proposals to NHFP priorities.
Global – international applicants eligible, provided they secure a U.S. host institution.
U.S. host institutions of the fellow’s choice.
Multiple fellows selected annually; distribution across Einstein, Hubble, and Sagan categories.
Up to three years of funding (initial one‑year appointment + two annual renewals).
Salary and benefits provided through host institution.
Research independence and access to NASA Astrophysics resources.
Three years maximum (renewed annually based on performance and funding).
Application form (via NHFP portal).
Research proposal (tailored to NHFP priorities).
CV.
Three letters of reference.
Host institution confirmation.
Review the Announcement of Opportunity (issued 8 September 2026).
Apply via the NHFP application website (opens 8 September 2026).
Submit application by 28 October 2026.
Ensure referees submit letters by 4 November 2026.
Await award offers (February 2027) and public announcement (March 2027).
📍 Location: U.S. host institutions 📧 Contact: NHFP office at STScI (administered with JPL, NExScI, and CXC)
Hold a PhD in astronomy, physics, or related discipline. Propose independent research relevant to NASA Astrophysics. Secure a U.S. host institution (max two new fellows per institution per year). Submit three letters of reference.
Based on research proposal quality, originality, feasibility, and impact. Reviewers include experts and astrophysicists outside the applicant’s immediate field. Strong applications highlight candidate’s role in past accomplishments and tailor proposals to NHFP priorities.
Global – international applicants eligible, provided they secure a U.S. host institution.
Review the Announcement of Opportunity (issued 8 September 2026). Apply via the NHFP application website (opens 8 September 2026). Submit application by 28 October 2026. Ensure referees submit letters by 4 November 2026. Await award offers (February 2027) and public announcement (March 2027). 📍 Location: U.S. host institutions 📧 Contact: NHFP office at STScI (administered with JPL, NExScI, and CXC)
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