The Institute on the Environment (IonE) at the University of Minnesota is inviting applications for its Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, Cohort 4 (2026-2028). This prestigious fellowship is designed for scholars with a PhD in any disciplinary field, including interdisciplinary studies, who are passionate about advancing sustainability research. Applicants should have either demonstrated expertise or a strong interest in developing expertise in a particular aspect of sustainability, and must possess relevant skills for at least one of the existing IonE projects.

Eligible candidates must have completed their PhD after December 31, 2020, or anticipate completion by July 31, 2026. The program welcomes applicants from all nationalities; U.S. citizenship is not a requirement, but candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Non-U.S. scholars should have or be able to obtain a visa. Fellows are expected to relocate to the Minneapolis/St. Paul area or provide a statement and willingness to regularly engage in person at IonE. Participation in the Fall Orientation (September 14-16, 2026) is mandatory.

The application process includes a multi-phase review: initial eligibility screening, a one-way recorded video interview for semi-finalists, and a two-way Zoom interview for finalists. Important dates include the application opening on January 26, 2026, and the deadline for submission on April 29, 2026. Notifications for semi-finalists and finalists will follow in May and June, with final selections announced in early August 2026. The fellowship start date aligns with the Fall Orientation.

While specific funding details are not provided, the position is a postdoctoral fellowship, which typically includes a stipend and may offer additional benefits. The program emphasizes impact-focused research, diversity, and equal opportunity. For more information and to apply, visit the official IonE Postdoctoral Fellowship website.