Study in Canada Fully Funded: Killam Postdoctoral Research Scholarship 2025

The Killam Postdoctoral Research Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity established in memory of Izaak Walton Killam, through the will of his wife, Dorothy Johnston Killam, and her generous lifetime donations. This scholarship supports successful candidates in pursuing advanced education and research at one of five selected Canadian institutions: The University of British Columbia, Dalhousie University, the University of Alberta, the University of Calgary, and the Canada Council for the Arts.

Applications for the fully funded Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship are accepted annually and open to candidates from most research fields.

The goal of this fully funded scholarship is to support applicants who will make significant contributions to the advancement of education and learning, and who will achieve distinction in their field. Dorothy Johnston Killam emphasized that “A Killam scholar should not be a one-sided individual; special intellectual distinction should be founded upon sound character.”

Each year, about six applicants are awarded this prestigious fully funded scholarship.

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About the Fully Funded   Killam Postdoctoral Research Scholarship 

• Country of study: Canada
• Level of study: PhD and Research
• Institution: Five selected Canadian Universities and the Canada Council for the Arts.
• Funding Type: Fully Funded
• Required Language: English
• Eligible Countries: All Countries
• Application Status: Currently open
• Number of Awards: Between 4 to 6
• Duration: For the applicant’s program duration
• Annual Value: $60,000 annual stipend for a maximum of two years.
• Application Deadline: November 8th 2024

What the Fully Funded   Killam Postdoctoral Research Scholarship Covers

The scholarship awards a $60,000 annual stipend for a maximum of two years.

Eligibility Criteria for the Fully Funded  Killam Postdoctoral Research Scholarship

To apply for the Killam Postdoctoral Research Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Meet Program Requirements:  Applicants must have completed all requirements for their PhD no more than 24 months before the expected start of their program. This includes thesis defense corrections and thesis submissions.
2. Career Interruptions: If an applicant’s career was interrupted or delayed for reasons such as child rearing, illness, or family responsibilities, the eligibility period may be extended by the length of the delay, up to a maximum of one year. Applicants must provide a justification for this extension.
3. No previous PhD: Applicants must not have completed previous PhD studies.
4. Postdoctoral Appointment: If the applicants have already started a postdoctoral position, they must explain why they wish to continue their appointment in the “Special Circumstances” document.
5. Faculty Position: Applicants must not currently hold a tenure-track or permanent faculty position. Those with temporary or non-tenure track positions are eligible to apply. A tenure-track position generally refers to a permanent academic job where the holder can teach, lead research, and apply for research funding.
6. Nationality: Applicants can be from any country but must meet Canadian immigration requirements if selected.
7. Research Ability: Applicants must demonstrate excellent research skills and show potential to contribute to their field or achieve professional recognition.
8. Character: Applicants should have a balanced character that complements their intellectual ability.
9. The applicant’s proposed supervisor must be a continuing faculty member with a tenure-track position at UBC. They must also commit to supervising the applicant’s research for the full 24-month duration of the fellowship.

Application Procedure for the Fully Funded Killam Postdoctoral Research Scholarship

Here is a step by step process of the application procedure:

1. Complete and Submit Application Form: Every applicant must complete and submit an application form before the deadline.

2. Submit Required Documents: Arrange the delivery of all required documents to the department or unit to which you are applying.

3. University of British Columbia Application: Access the application form and detailed application guide for the University of British Columbia here.

4. Other Institutions: For the remaining four institutions mentioned above, check their individual application details and deadlines.

Official Scholarship Page for The University of British Columbia.