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Jumpstart Postdoctoral Program

The Charles E. Schmidt College of Science Jumpstart Postdoctoral Program aims to stimulate synergy between faculty and postdoctoral associates interested in collaborating on multidisciplinary research that addresses societally relevant problems. Solving complex societal challenges increasingly requires multidisciplinary and team-based approaches. 

Application Details

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Application Deadline: Monday, February 1, 2027

Position Start Date: May-August, 2027 (specific date negotiable)

Application Submissions: Send applications (as a single PDF) to sciencedean@fau.edu with subject: COS Jumpstart Postdoctoral Program.

Program Duration: Postdoctoral projects are for up to two years (assuming satisfactory progress toward research goals in year one).

Research Support

The postdoctoral scholar will receive a competitive salary and $5,000 per year for research supplies and research-related travel.

Involvement

The position will be physically located at ³Ô¹ÏÍø.

Postdoctoral associates will be encouraged to participate in grant proposal development workshops and other professional development activities.

While in residence, the postdoctoral associates will be expected to be visible members of the Schmidt College of Science community, actively engaging with faculty, undergraduate and graduate students, and contributing to furthering our collaborative culture.

Postdoc Advisor and Co-Advisor Requirements

Download the postdoctoral individual development plan (IDP).

• Meet regularly with their postdoc to support their research program.
• Empower (and encourage) their postdoc to pursue professional development opportunities offered by FAU and relevant professional societies.
• Encourage their postdoc to present at scientific meetings and support them in these endeavors.
• Support, encourage, and advise their postdoc to apply for external sources of research funding.
• Support their postdoc in career progression and job searches.

Past Awardees

Contact Us

Questions? Contact Valery Forbes, Dean, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science at veforbes@fau.edu, with subject: COS Jumpstart Postdoctoral Program.