David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellowship
Society for Conservation Biology
Award: $8,000–$57,000
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
To create opportunities for leading conservation scientists to strengthen their skills through two years of applied post-doctoral research, supplemented by training programs, peer networking, and field learning experiences; so that they may: 1. build productive partnerships with conservation practitioners; and 2. contribute and communicate scientific knowledge to problems of critical importance in conservation. Qualifications: Individuals must have completed their doctorate within the five years preceding their award date, or by the time the award is made in current year; for the current year-next year Fellowship, applicants must have completed their doctorate after March 1, 4 year and before September 30, current year to be eligible; applicants who have not yet completed their doctorate must clearly indicate on the application the date the degree is expected; the Fellowship must be administered by a U.S. based institution, but U.S. citizenship is not required. Selection criteria: Selected according to four How to apply: Applicants must submit online application form; the research plan (excluding literature cited) must not exceed 8 pages. font size must be at least 11 point; margins must be at least 2.5 cm; line spacing must be at least 1.5. the cover letter, title page, mentor description, literature cited, budget, personal statement, and curriculum vitae are not included in the 8-page limit for the research plan; narrative; letters. Focus: Biology.