Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #23-603
NSF Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships Solicitation
Buyer
National Science Foundation
Posted
July 14, 2023
Respond By
October 21, 2026
Identifier
23-603
NAICS
541715
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting proposals for the Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF) program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Program Overview: - Supports postdoctoral research in mathematics and statistics - Two award options: Research Fellowship and Research Instructorship - Eligibility Requirements: - Applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents - Must have earned a doctoral degree within the past two years - Research must be in mathematics or statistics - Affiliation required with eligible institutions (higher education, government/national labs, nonprofit institutes, museums, or for-profit organizations under certain conditions) - Funding Details: - Approximately 45 awards expected - Total funding: $8,500,000 - Minimum award: $190,000 - Notable Requirements: - Strict eligibility criteria for applicants - No specific OEMs or vendors involved; this is a fellowship grant for individual researchers
Description
The Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF) support future leaders in mathematics and statistics by facilitating their participation in postdoctoral research environments to maximize their scientific development. There are two award options: Research Fellowship and Research Instructorship. Awards support research in mathematics and statistics, including applications to other disciplines. Proposals are submitted directly by individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria, including citizenship, recency of doctoral degree, and research area. The program expects to fund 45 awards with a total funding of $8,500,000 and a minimum award amount of $190,000.