Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship 2024 competition launched

The prestigious Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship for the 2024-2025 competition has been officially launched!

This fellowship program provides funding to outstanding postdoctoral applicants, both nationally and internationally, who contribute significantly to Canada’s economic, social, and research-based growth. 

Fellowship Value and Duration

• Each fellowship is valued at $70,000 per year for two years. 
• It is one of the most competitive among all Canadian tri-agency postdoctoral opportunities. 
• Only 70 fellowships are available annually across Canada. 

Additional Benefits

• The University also provides $10,000 per year in research funding. 
• Fellows have access to $5,000 in leadership incentive funds. 
• University-paid extended health care benefit plan. 

Application Process

• Applicants for a Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Waterloo must secure the endorsement of a Waterloo supervisor(s). 

• The recommended deadline for endorsement is June. 

• The final application deadline is June 26. 

For further details on Waterloo’s application process and timelines, visit the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship timeline web page.