A*STAR 2021 Graduate Scholarship (Post-Doc) (Singapore)

Applications are currently welcomed for A*STAR Graduate Scholarship in the post-doc category. Stretch your potential, hone your skills and fast-track your scientific research with the A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (AGS) Post-doctoral Fellowship.

A fully funded overseas post-doctoral programme, the AGS Post-Doctoral Fellowship is opened only to A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (AGS) awardees. With this fellowship, scholars may conduct post-doctoral research at a leading overseas laboratory of their choice for up to two years.

• Table of Content
• About Agency for Science, Technology and Research
• A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (Post-Doc)
• Aim and Benefits of A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (Post-Doc)
• Requirements for A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (Post-Doc) Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Agency for Science, Technology and Research

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) drives mission-oriented research that advances scientific discovery and technological innovation. We play a key role in nurturing and developing talent and leaders for our Research Institutes, the wider research community, and industry. Our research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore. As a Science and Technology Organisation, we bridge the gap between academia and industry in terms of research and development. In these endeavours, we seek to integrate the relevant capabilities of our research institutes and collaborate wit... continue reading

A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (Post-Doc)

Application Deadline	Not Specified
Country to study	Singapore
Type	Postgraduate
Sponsor	Agency for Science, Technology and Research
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (Post-Doc)

Conferred AGS PhD scholars who are successful at securing their AGS Post-Doctoral Fellowship will receive the following support for up to 2 years:

• Monthly overseas living allowance
• Monthly sustenance allowance, inclusive of CPF contribution (where applicable)
• Annual return airfare
• Other allowances including:  Setting-in allowance and Conference allowance
• Annual personal insurance

Requirements for A*STAR Graduate Scholarship (Post-Doc) Qualification

To be considered for the A*STAR Graduate Scholarship for Post-Doctoral Students 2021, candidates must meet the program requirements listed below.

• Candidates from any Nationality are eligible.
• Have an excellent publication records
• Have applied or be applying for a post-doctoral position at a top overseas university/institution.
• Applicants working or have worked in A*STAR Research Institute should have performed well and have strong recommendations from their supervisor and Research Institute Executive Director.
• Upon completion of the post-doctoral research training, scholars will return to Singapore and contribute to A*STAR’s Research Institute for three (3) years.

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Agency for Science, Technology and Research on app.a-star.edu.sg to apply

As AGS (PDF) awardees are required to serve in an A*STAR Research Institute after their post-doctoral training, AGS (PDF) applicants should identify the relevant Research Institute in which they will work during their service commitment period, and engage the Research Institute Executive Director and prospective supervisor prior to their AGS (PDF) application.

This is to ensure better alignment of AGS (PDF) applicants’ research interest and post-doctoral training to the Research Institute’s needs and goals.

Application Deadline: 

A*STAR accepts and processes applications throughout the year.

For more details, visit A*STAR website