The American Heart Association (AHA) is now accepting applications for its prestigious 2027 Postdoctoral Fellowship, one of the most competitive and well-funded cardiovascular research fellowships in the United States. This award is designed to enhance the training of early-career postdoctoral researchers who are not yet independent, embedding them in a mentored research environment with strong scientific guidance.
Key Details
- Award: Annual stipend matching the NIH scale (up to $77,076/year based on experience) + $12,200/year for health insurance + $3,000/year for project support
- Duration: 1–2 years (renewable for a second 2-year term; max 4 years total AHA support per individual)
- Research Focus: Cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or brain health research
- Eligibility: Must hold a post-baccalaureate doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DO, DVM, PharmD, DDS, or equivalent); no more than 5 years of postdoctoral research experience at time of award activation; must be based at a U.S. non-profit institution; various visa statuses accepted (US citizens, permanent residents, F-1, J-1, H-1B, O-1, TN, DACA, and others)
- Application Deadline: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. CT
- Award Start: January 1, 2027
- How to Apply: Submit electronically via ProposalCentral (portal open from May 15, 2026); AHA Professional Membership required at time of submission
- Official Page: AHA 2027 Postdoctoral Fellowship
This fellowship is an outstanding opportunity for early-career scientists and clinician-researchers to advance their expertise in heart and brain health science under the mentorship of an established investigator. With a competitive stipend, health insurance coverage, and project funding, the AHA Postdoctoral Fellowship offers the financial security needed to focus entirely on research and career development.
Always verify deadlines and details on the official American Heart Association website before applying.