The American Heart Association (AHA) is accepting applications for its 2027 Postdoctoral Fellowship, one of the most prestigious awards for early-career cardiovascular and brain health researchers in the United States. This fellowship provides critical funding to enable postdoctoral scientists to dedicate time to research under the mentorship of an experienced research team.
- Sponsor: American Heart Association (AHA)
- Award Duration: 1–2 years (maximum 4 years of total AHA postdoctoral support per individual)
- Stipend: Starting at $63,480/year (NIH salary scale, based on years of experience) + $12,200/year for health insurance + $3,000/year for project support
- Travel: Minimum $1,500/year must be spent on conference travel (attendance at AHA Scientific Sessions strongly encouraged)
- Eligibility: Must hold a post-baccalaureate doctoral degree (MD, DO, DVM, PharmD, DDS, DPh or PhD in science, nursing, public health, or related clinical health science); must have a research mentor at a U.S. institution
- Research Areas: Cardiovascular disease, stroke, brain health, and related topics
- Deadline: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. CT
- How to Apply: Via the AHA research portal at professional.heart.org
The AHA Postdoctoral Fellowship is a cornerstone funding mechanism for early-career researchers committed to advancing cardiovascular science. With generous stipend support, health insurance, and project funds, it allows recipients to focus fully on research. If you hold a doctoral degree and are working with a mentor at a U.S. institution in cardiovascular or brain health science, this is an outstanding opportunity to advance your career.
Always verify deadlines and details on the official American Heart Association website before applying.