The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program provides funding to the very best postdoctoral applicants, both nationally and internationally, who will positively contribute to the country’s economic, social, and research-based growth.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships in Canada for the 2024 application cycle.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- No IELTS Required
- Host Institution(s): Canadian Institution
- Study Level: Graduate (Postdoctoral)
- Fellowship Sponsor(s): Canadian Government
- Nationality: domestic and international students.
- Deadline: September 17, 2024
- Fellowship Worth: $70,000 annually for two years
Government of Canada Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships | DETAILS
The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program provides funding to the very best postdoctoral applicants, both nationally and internationally, who will positively contribute to the country’s economic, social, and research-based growth.
The objective of the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program is to:
- develop their leadership potential
- position them for success as research leaders of tomorrow
- attract and retain top-tier postdoctoral talent, both nationally and internationally
Eligibility Requirements for the Canada Banting Fellowship Program
To be considered for the Canada Banting Fellowship Program, you must:
- Be an applicants who have completed more than one PhD, PhD-equivalent, or health professional degree, the eligibility window applies to the most recent of these degrees.
- Be a domestic, permanent resident, or an international applicant
- fulfill or have fulfilled all degree requirements for a PhD, PhD-equivalent, or health professional degree:
- between September 15, 2021 and September 30, 2025 (inclusively), and
- before the start date of their award.
- Applicants who have not fulfilled all requirements for their degree at the time of application must submit proof no later than October 15, 2025.
Benefits of the Canada Banting Fellowship Program
The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program provides funding worth $70,000 per year for a maximum of 2 years.
Areas of research
- Natural sciences and/or engineering
- Health research
- Social sciences and/or humanities
Citizenship and location of host institution
Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada, and foreign citizens are eligible to apply, provided they meet the following conditions:
- Applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada and who obtained their PhD, PhD-equivalent, or health professional degree from a Canadian university may hold their Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship at either a Canadian institution or an institution outside of Canada.
- Applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada may only hold their Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship at a Canadian institution.
- Applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada and who obtained their PhD, PhD-equivalent, or health professional degree from a foreign university may only hold their Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship at a Canadian institution.
Summary of the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program
The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program differs from traditional programs in its emphasis on synergy between the applicant (their respective merits and potential to launch an international-level, research-intensive career), and the institution (its commitment to the research program/environment in which the candidate will operate, and how this will lead to a successful academic career).
How to Apply for the Canada Banting Fellowship Program (Step by Step)
To apply for the Canada Banting Fellowship Program, interested and qualified applicants should follow the application guide below;
- Contact institutions/supervisors you think will be a good fit for you and your research, and confirm that the desired institution is eligible to host a Banting postdoctoral researcher.
- Confirm that you meet the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program’s eligibility criteria.
- The host institution must provide you with two documents that will be included in the application.
- You are responsible for uploading the documents to ResearchNet as part of their complete application submission.
- Click on the button below to visit the application portal for more information
Additional Information
The Banting program encourages the recruitment of new international candidates. If you are a university faculty member with a prospective international postdoctoral scholar and are unsure about the suitability of the candidate for this award, please contact Banting at Banting@cihr-irsc.gc.ca to review the candidate’s eligibility and credentials.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- How do I get a postdoc fellowship in Canada?
- Find a postdoc position
- Review additional steps for international postdocs
- Come to an agreement in principle with your supervisor
- Review the Postdoctoral Guidelines
- Review your appointment letter carefully before signing
- Sign the appointment letter
- Get set up at the University of Waterloo.
- Do postdoctoral fellows get paid?
Postdoctoral fellows receive stipends, rather than a salary, for independent research and training. Their stipends are funded by either institutional or individual research fellowships.
- What visa do postdocs get in Canada?
To legally work in Canada, international postdoctoral fellows MUST acquire a work permit. International postdocs are expected to apply for an employer-specific work permit, specifically an LMIA-exempt work permit.
- Is a Postdoc considered work experience in Canada?
Usually yes, you are on a work permit and your income is normally taxable. This does not mean some officers reviewing your application will automatically view it as such and you may need to prepare to justify it.
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