About the program

The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers a unique and inspiring environment for Fellows to conduct world-class research with leading scientists across the United States. The diverse scientific and technological fellowships offered at NASA are one-of-a-kind educational experiences that prepare future leaders for NASA and the academic community. NPP Fellows have made significant research contributions that have advanced specific science efforts of NASA and the body of general scientific knowledge in the areas of astrophysics, Earth science, aeronautics, biology and astrobiology, cosmo-chemistry, heliophysics, planetary science, and technology development.

Eligibility criteria

• Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) 
• Timing of PhD: Postdoctoral Fellows (degree earned <5 years ago), and Senior Fellows: ≥5 years after PhD
• Requires ≥1 year of prior research fellowship
• Must relocate to the hosting institution (resident program) 
• Not a previous NPP Fellow within the last 5 years

How to apply

• Register on Zintellect (ORAU’s Applicant Portal) 
• Identify and contact a NASA advisor for a research opportunity of interest 
• Prepare proposal with required sections 
• Gather materials: Personal data, education history, publications, employment, research details
• Transcripts: official doctoral; master’s optional 
• Three letters of recommendation (one from PhD advisor if applying as Postdoctoral Fellow; NASA advisor cannot serve as a recommender) 
• Submit application through portal before the cycle deadline 

Application Deadline

Deadline: November 1, 2025

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