Notre Dame’s Kellogg Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027 in USA | Fully Funded

The Kellogg Postdoctoral Visiting Fellowship at the University of Notre Dame invites applications from exceptional early-career scholars worldwide. This prestigious program in the USA supports research focused on global democracy, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to significant academic discourse and collaborate with leading international experts. Fellows will benefit from dedicated time and resources to advance their individual research agendas within a vibrant scholarly community.

Quick Overview

• Host Country: United States

• Eligible Nationalities: All international nationalities

• Coverage: Fully Funded

• Degree Level: Post-doctoral

• Application Deadline: 10-01-2026 (for applications); 10-07-2026 (for recommendation letters)

Financial Benefits

The Kellogg Postdoctoral Fellowship provides comprehensive financial support to ensure fellows can focus entirely on their research:

• An annual stipend of $75,000.

• Extensive medical insurance benefits.

• Generous funding allocated for research activities.

• Up to $2,000 to cover approved relocation expenses.

• Appointments are initially for one academic year, with the possibility of extension for a second year based on performance and mutual interest.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Kellogg Postdoctoral Visiting Fellowship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Candidates should be scholars whose research focuses on international projects related to global democracy.

• Applicants must hold a PhD or an equivalent degree in a social scientific discipline. In rare cases, scholars from other fields may be considered.

• The PhD must have been awarded no more than three years prior to the commencement of the fellowship.

• Graduates of PhD programs from the University of Notre Dame are explicitly ineligible to apply.

• The fellowship is open to applicants from all countries.

• For non-US citizens or residents, advanced English proficiency is a mandatory requirement.

• Foreign nationals must possess a valid passport and be eligible for a J-1 visa.

• Applicants who have previously completed a J-1 Professor or J-1 Research Scholar stay of less than five years in the US and do not have an immediate subsequent appointment may be subject to a 24-month bar before returning in the same J-1 category. This is distinct from the two-year home residency requirement.

Required Documents

A complete application package for the Kellogg Postdoctoral Fellowship includes:

• A fully completed online application form.

• Your most current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume.

• A compelling Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications.

• A detailed research project statement, typically 6-10 double-spaced pages.

• A concise Project Abstract, not exceeding 150 words.

• A short biographical sketch, approximately 200-300 words.

• A relevant writing sample demonstrating your scholarly work.

• Three confidential letters of recommendation, submitted directly by your referees.

• Any other supporting documents deemed relevant to your application.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to successfully submit your application for the Notre Dame’s Kellogg Postdoctoral Fellowship:

• Access the official application portal through Interfolio. The link is provided on the Kellogg Institute's official website.

• Complete the online Visiting Fellowship Application Form and the Institutional Required Information Form (IRIF).

• Upload all necessary supporting documents as specified in the "Required Documents" section to the online system.

• Ensure your three confidential letters of recommendation are submitted by your referees directly through Interfolio by the separate deadline of October 7, 2026.

• Thoroughly review all submitted materials for accuracy and completeness before finalizing your application.

• It is highly recommended to visit the official Kellogg Institute website for any updates or additional instructions.