The Resnick Sustainability Institute at Caltech’s Pioneer Postdoctoral Fellowship recruits outstanding recent PhD graduates to pursue research and training in exciting areas relevant to sustainability at Caltech. This fellowship will afford researchers access to cutting edge facilities, training, and broad expertise in the science and engineering needed to tackle pressing challenges in sustainability. We anticipate making up to 3 awards. We welcome applicants with exceptional backgrounds in research and are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive, equitable culture.

The fellowships will be awarded for up to 2 years in support of individuals pursuing projects aligned with the overall mission of the RSI, to address challenges and opportunities associated with climate change and the stewardship of natural resources.

The Fall 2023 application period is now open. Applications are due by 1 PM on Friday, January 12th, 2024. Learn more and apply at: https://resnick.caltech.edu/programs/fellowships/pioneer-postdoctoral-fellowship. Please note that applicants must have a Caltech faculty sponsor to serve as their mentor in order to apply. We are not able to help potential applicants find a sponsor. 

Please email RSIPioneerFellow@caltech.edu with any questions.