USA Argonne National Laboratory Maria Goeppert Mayer Fellowship 2026 (Fully Funded) Deadline: 1 October, 2025

USA Argonne National Laboratory Maria Goeppert Mayer Fellowship 2026 (Fully Funded)The Maria Goeppert Mayer Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications, offering an exceptional, fully funded opportunity for outstanding doctoral scientists and engineers from around the world to advance their research careers at Argonne National Laboratory, USA. This prestigious fellowship—named after Nobel Prize-winning physicist Dr. Maria Goeppert Mayer—honors her groundbreaking contributions to nuclear physics and her legacy as a pioneer for women in science.

If you are an early-career researcher seeking to work in a mission-driven, high-impact research environment, this fellowship could be the stepping stone to your future in cutting-edge science and engineering.

Degree Level

• PhD

Available Subjects

Fellows may conduct research in one or more of the following fields:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Science

• Autonomous Discovery

• Climate Action

• Clean Energy and Sustainability

• Hard X-ray Science

• Microelectronics

• Quantum Information Science

• Detection of Imaging Signatures (US citizenship required for national security-related projects)

Benefits

Fellows receive:

• Highly competitive annual salary.

• Research stipend for project expenses.

• Full employment benefits as an Argonne Scholar.

• Opportunity to publish and present research globally.

Eligible Nationalities

Open to applicants of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Maria Goeppert Mayer Fellowship 2026, applicants must meet the following:

Required:

• PhD awarded within the last three years at the time of application OR PhD completion by the start date.

• Demonstrated academic excellence and potential for leadership.

• Research interests aligned with Argonne’s mission areas.

Desired:

• Proven leadership skills through service, outreach, and diversity initiatives.

• Strong creativity, motivation, and communication skills.

• Commitment to Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Application Procedure

Deadline: October 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM Central Time (U.S.)

Steps to Apply:

1. Visit the Argonne Careers page (Requisition 420815) under the Careers > Search Jobs section.

2. Prepare and submit:

   • Research proposal, biosketch, and project plan (using Argonne’s research template).

   • Three recommendation letters (PDF, signed, on official letterhead).

   • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

   • Graduate transcripts (per application guidelines).

3. Send supporting documents to fellowships@anl.gov.

Tip: Contact sponsors and referees early to ensure all documents are received before the deadline.

About Dr. Maria Goeppert Mayer

Dr. Maria Goeppert Mayer was a trailblazing theoretical physicist awarded the 1963 Nobel Prize in Physics for her nuclear shell model theory. Her work at Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Chicago revolutionized our understanding of atomic nuclei, introducing the concept of “magic numbers” that explained atomic stability.

 

Why Apply for the Maria Goeppert Mayer Fellowship?

This fellowship not only provides financial security and research freedom but also positions you at the forefront of global scientific advancements. It is a gateway to a long-term career in a U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory, supported by Argonne’s Human Resources, mentoring programs, and professional growth initiatives.