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Scientific Software Research Faculty Award

Funding the creation of new scientific software-focused research professorships at universities.

About

The Scientific Software Research Faculty Award provides funding for new research professor positions to be created in existing academic departments and filled by scientific software-focused researchers. The program aims to promote the development and maintenance of robust scientific software infrastructure across academic settings by generating career opportunities for researchers, especially as long-term faculty. Applicants should have a strong record of leadership in scientific software development.

Funding

Open

Scientific Software Research Faculty Award – 2027–2028 Request for Applications

Funding Opportunity

The Simons Foundation’s Mathematics and Physical Sciences (MPS) division invites applications for its Scientific Software Research Faculty (SSRF) Award in the MPS program for new faculty appointments to start no later than September 1, 2028.

Apply by January 21, 2027

Under Review

Scientific Software Research Faculty Award – 2026 Request for Applications

Funding Opportunity

The MPS division invites applications for the Scientific Software Research Faculty Award, which supports new research professor positions in existing academic departments to be filled by scientific software-focused researchers no later than September 1, 2027.

News

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Simons Foundation Awards 4 New Scientific Software Research Faculty Fellowships

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Simons Foundation Announces 3 New Scientific Software Research Faculty Fellows

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Announcing the First Scientific Software Research Faculty Fellows

Mathematics & Physical Sciences Opportunities

Explore additional funding opportunities across mathematics and the physical sciences.

The Simons Foundation supports discovery across mathematics, physics and theoretical computer science.

Funding Opportunities
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