Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowships for Black and Indigenous Scholars at York University

York University in Toronto, Ontario is pleased to announce the fifth cycle of the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program for Black and Indigenous Scholars, as part of our commitment to promoting justice and embracing a variety of scholarly perspectives, backgrounds and lived experiences. The program will offer emerging scholars from a wide range of disciplines access to the financial support, mentorship and career development opportunities needed to build the foundation for a successful professional future. 

The Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowships for Black and Indigenous Scholars will support up to 2 successful applicants this year. With a salary of $70,000 provided each year for a two-year term, scholars will be able to dedicate their time to pursuing a proposed project, working alongside a supervisor and other mentors, while also gaining access to guidance from faculty, students and alumni. 

• Available Fellowships: One fellowship for a scholar identifying as Black and one fellowship for a scholar identifying as Indigenous in 2026.
• Amount: min. $70,000/year
• Duration: 24 months (Normal start date in Summer or Fall 2026. Exceptional start dates may be negotiated)
• Field: Open
• Eligibility:
  • A completed PhD (2021 and after) or PhD completed by September 30, 2026 (with confirmed timeline for defence)
  • Additional details are available on the program web page
• Deadline to Apply: 1 April 2026
• Decision: Anticipated late June 2026

 Questions can be directed to Kim McIntyre, Postdoctoral Services Coordinator at York University.