The American Heart Association (AHA) 2027 Postdoctoral Fellowship provides dedicated funding for early-career postdoctoral researchers working in cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or brain health research in the United States. This prestigious fellowship supports outstanding scientists in enhancing their research skills and developing as independent investigators under experienced mentors.
Key Details
- Funding Duration: 2 years
- Stipend: Based on NIH salary scale — starting at approximately $63,480 USD/year (Year 1), with increases for Year 2
- Additional Support: Health insurance contribution, project support funds, and travel allowances
- Eligibility: Must hold a doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DO, DVM, PharmD, DDS, or equivalent); must be AHA members; research must focus on cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or brain health; applicants must be working in the USA
- Application Deadline: August 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM CT
- Citizenship: Open to US citizens, permanent residents, and international researchers with appropriate work authorization
- Note: AHA does not pay indirect costs on fellowships; mentorship from an established investigator is required
- Official Website: AHA 2027 Postdoctoral Fellowship
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should apply through the AHA’s online grant portal at professional.heart.org. Ensure you have an active AHA membership before submitting your application. The fellowship requires a mentored research proposal and supporting documents from your sponsoring institution.
Always verify deadlines and details on the official American Heart Association website before applying.