UBC Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 2027 in Canada (Partial Funding)

The Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the University of British Columbia (UBC) provides an opportunity for outstanding early-career researchers to pursue advanced research in Canada. The program is designed to attract exceptional scholars from around the world and support innovative research activities across multiple academic disciplines.

Through this fellowship, researchers are able to develop their academic careers while working within UBC’s internationally recognized research environment.

Program Overview

The Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is offered by the University of British Columbia and supports postdoctoral researchers conducting advanced studies in various fields. The fellowship encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and aims to strengthen the research community at UBC.

Scholars selected for this program will carry out research projects under the supervision of faculty members at the university.

Fellowship Details

• Host Institution: University of British Columbia (UBC)
• Country: Canada
• Program Type: Postdoctoral Fellowship
• Funding Type: Partial Funding
• Eligible Fields: All subjects
• Eligible Applicants: International students

Financial Support

The fellowship provides financial assistance to support research activities during the fellowship period.

• Annual stipend of CAD 60,000
• Funding available for up to two years

This financial support enables fellows to focus on research while engaging in UBC’s academic community.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following conditions to be considered for the Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship:

• Candidates must have recently completed their PhD degree.
• The doctoral requirements must be completed within 24 months prior to the fellowship start date.
• Applicants should demonstrate strong academic achievements and research potential.

Application Deadline

Applicants are required to check with their proposed department or research unit at UBC regarding internal deadlines.

• Department or unit nomination deadline: November 7, 2025 (4:00 PM PT)

Departments are responsible for nominating candidates for the fellowship competition.

Application Process

Interested applicants must coordinate their application through the department or unit where they plan to conduct their research at UBC. The department reviews applications and submits nominations to the university for consideration.