Applications are open for the Neukom Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027 - 2028 at the Neukom Institute for Computational Science, Dartmouth College (Hanover, New Hampshire). These are interdisciplinary postdoctoral positions for recent Ph.D., DMA, or MFA holders whose work cuts across traditional disciplinary boundaries and includes a computational component - as a framing idea or as an explicit part of the research or practice.
Fellowships are two-year full-time appointments (possible third-year extension), with an anticipated start of 1 September 2027. Stipend: USD 70,000 per year plus an annual USD 5,000 research stipend. Review begins 1 December 2026.
This Opportunity Station guide is original copy based on official Neukom Institute / Dartmouth College programme information. It is not a reprint of any third-party blog.
Quick Facts - Neukom Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027-2028
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | Neukom Postdoctoral Fellowship |
| Host | Neukom Institute for Computational Science, Dartmouth College |
| Location | Hanover, New Hampshire, USA (in residence) |
| Duration | 2 years (option to request a third year) |
| Start | 1 September 2027 |
| Stipend | USD 70,000 per year (2027 - 2029 cycle) |
| Research support | USD 5,000 annual research stipend; additional funds (e.g. CompX) may be available |
| Teaching | One seminar course each year on a subject of your interest |
| Mentorship | Faculty mentors in two Dartmouth departments; residence in one department |
| Review begins | 1 December 2026 (continues until filled) |
| Official page | neukom.dartmouth.edu - Postdoctoral Fellows |
| Apply | Interfolio application |
What the Fellowship Offers
- USD 70,000 annual stipend
- USD 5,000 per year for equipment, travel, and research materials
- Interdisciplinary mentorship across two Dartmouth departments
- Teach one seminar per year on a topic of your choosing
- Benefits eligibility and professional development via the Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies
- Community of Neukom Fellows engaged in computational and cross-disciplinary research
Eligibility
- Ph.D., DMA, or MFA in any discipline (degree conferred no later than 1 September 2027)
- Research interests or practice that strongly intersect computation
- Demonstrated interest in multidisciplinary / collaborative work
- Evidence of independence, initiative, and ability to think beyond traditional paradigms
- Willingness to be in residence at Dartmouth (aside from standard research travel)
How to Apply
- Review programme details on the official Neukom Postdoctoral Fellows page.
- Contact prospective Dartmouth mentors before applying - successful applications usually include faculty agreement to mentor.
- Submit via Interfolio:
- Curriculum vitae
- Publications list
- Statement of research interests (max 2 pages), including the research you would pursue as a Neukom Fellow
- Description of departments/faculty you want to work with and why dual-department engagement would enhance your work
- Three referees (letters uploaded by referees; preferred by deadline, up to 7 days after close)
- Optional: one paper/creative work in English; teaching statement; cover letter
- Applications open from 1 August 2026; review begins 1 December 2026.
Official Links
Apply on Interfolio - Neukom Postdoctoral Fellowship
Programme overview - Neukom Institute
Neukom Institute for Computational Science - homepage
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FAQs - Neukom Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027-2028
When is the deadline?
Review begins 1 December 2026 and continues until positions are filled. Aim to complete materials by that date.
How much is the stipend?
USD 70,000 per year, plus USD 5,000 annual research support.
Do I need a computational science PhD?
No. Any discipline is welcome if your work has a meaningful computational component and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Is residence required?
Yes - Fellows are expected to be in residence at Dartmouth College aside from standard research/conference travel.
Where do I apply?
Through the official Interfolio portal.
