Opportunities for scientists – December 2021

December 13, 2021

Academy opportunities

Japan Society for the Promotion of Science fellowships

The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Postdoctoral Fellowships for Foreign Researchers provides opportunities for Australian postdoctoral researchers to conduct, under the guidance of their Japanese hosts, cooperative research with leading research groups in universities and other Japanese institutions.

Applications for JSPS Fellowships for 2022 are invited from researchers in any field of the physical sciences, life sciences, engineering, technology and medicine.

Fellowships are awarded for a period of 12–24 months and include flights, a monthly maintenance allowance, a settling-in allowance and insurance coverage.

More information on the JSPS Fellowships

Applications close 10 January 2022

External opportunities

The Volvo Environment Prize         

Awarded to people who have attained outstanding scientific achievements within the area of environment and sustainability.

More information on the Volvo Environment Prize

Applications close 10 January 2022

Lefoulon-Delalande Grand Prize

Awarded to scientists who have made a significant scientific contribution in physiology, biology or cardiovascular medicine.

More information on the Lefoulon-Delalande Grand Prize

Applications close 14 January 2022

AOGS Axford Medal 

This award recognises outstanding achievements in geosciences and unselfish cooperation and leadership in Asia and Oceania.

More information on the AOGS Axford Medal

Applications close 1 February 2022

Lasker Award

Awarded in Basic Medical Research, Clinical Medical Research, and Public Service.

More information on the Lasker Award

Applications close 7 February 2022

The Royal Society Awards

Applications for the Royal Society's awards and medals have opened. Award and medal categories for 2022 are listed on the Royal Society’s webpage.

More information on the Royal Society's medals and awards

Applications close 25 February 2022 at 3pm GMT.

Medal for Outstanding Female Researcher

The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences recognises researchers who identify as women and have made ground-breaking discoveries.

More information on the Medal for Outstanding Female Researcher

Applications close 27 February 2022

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