Fully Funded Institute Courtois Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026 at Université de Montréal

Institute Courtois Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026 in Canada | Up to CAD $153,000 Funding for International Researchers

Are you looking for a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship in Canada with generous funding and world-class research opportunities? The Institute Courtois at the Université de Montréal has officially launched its 2026 Postdoctoral Fellowship Competition, offering researchers the opportunity to work at the forefront of materials science, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, sustainability, and advanced computing.

Successful applicants will receive a competitive salary, substantial research funding, and access to one of Canada's most innovative interdisciplinary research environments.

Fellowship Overview

Details	Information
Host Institution	Institute Courtois, Université de Montréal
Country	Canada
Fellowship Type	Postdoctoral Fellowship
Duration	3 Years
Annual Salary	CAD $63,819
Research Funding	Up to CAD $30,000 per year
Total Potential Funding	Up to CAD $153,000+
Application Deadline	September 28, 2026
Notice of Intent Deadline	September 10, 2026
Results Announcement	January 2027
Funding Start	March–September 2027

About Institute Courtois

The Institute Courtois is a leading interdisciplinary research institute within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the Université de Montréal. The institute brings together internationally recognized experts in chemistry, physics, mathematics, and computer science to accelerate the discovery and development of next-generation materials using artificial intelligence and advanced experimental techniques.

The institute provides a collaborative environment where researchers combine theoretical and experimental approaches to solve major scientific and societal challenges.

Research Areas

Selected fellows will conduct research aligned with one or more of the institute's strategic scientific priorities:

Materials for the Quantum Revolution

• Quantum materials

• Quantum computing

• Quantum technologies

• Quantum information systems

Materials for the Energy Transition

• Energy storage

• Battery technologies

• Renewable energy materials

• Energy conversion systems

Materials for a Sustainable Environment

• Green materials

• Environmental resilience

• Sustainable technologies

• Climate-related innovations

Materials for a Smart Society

• Advanced information technologies

• Intelligent materials

• Smart systems

• AI-enabled materials

Cross-Cutting Research Themes

The institute particularly encourages projects involving:

• Artificial Intelligence for Materials Discovery

• Materials Modeling and Simulation

• Computational Materials Science

• High-Throughput Experimentation

• Autonomous Research Systems

• Robotics and Automation

• Machine Learning Applications

• Advanced Data Analytics

Fellowship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

Financial Support

• Annual salary of CAD $63,819

• Additional research funding up to CAD $30,000 per year

• Benefits package included

• Three years of funding support

Research Advantages

• Access to world-class facilities

• Interdisciplinary collaborations

• International research exposure

• Opportunities to publish in leading journals

• Mentorship from renowned researchers

Eligibility Requirements

To apply, candidates must:

• Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a postdoctoral program at Université de Montréal.

• Hold a PhD degree obtained within the previous three years before the start of funding.

• Complete their doctorate before the fellowship begins if not yet awarded.

• Propose an original and innovative research project.

• Demonstrate alignment with the expertise of Institute Courtois researchers.

• Be eligible to work in Canada or obtain the required work permit.

Applicants with career interruptions such as parental leave, illness, or other special circumstances may receive extended eligibility consideration.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

Research Proposal (Maximum 6 Pages)

The proposal should include:

• Research problem

• Objectives

• Literature review

• Methodology

• Justification for supervisor selection

• Alignment with Institut Courtois research priorities

Additional Documents

• Budget and budget justification

• Bibliography

• Official doctoral transcripts

• Curriculum Vitae

• Publication list

• Letter of support from the Institute Courtois mentor

Recommendation Letters

Three recommendation letters must be sent directly by referees to:

institut-courtois@umontreal.ca

Important Deadlines

Notice of Intent

Deadline: September 10, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)

Full Application Submission

Deadline: September 28, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)

Results Announcement

January 2027

Fellowship Start Date

Between March and September 2027

How to Apply

Step 1: Submit Notice of Intent

Complete the online form before September 10, 2026:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ZZKs4taH92?origin=lprLink

Step 2: Arrange Recommendation Letters

Referees should send letters directly to:

institut-courtois@umontreal.ca

Step 3: Submit Full Application

Email your complete application package as a single PDF file to:

institut-courtois@umontreal.ca

Evaluation Criteria

Applications will be assessed based on:

Academic Excellence

• Academic achievements

• Publications

• Research presentations

• Scientific leadership

Research Project Quality

• Innovation

• Originality

• Feasibility

• Scientific impact

Integration with Institute Courtois

• Alignment with research priorities

• Collaboration potential

• Use of institute facilities

Why You Should Apply

The Institute Courtois Postdoctoral Fellowship is one of Canada's most attractive postdoctoral funding programs for researchers in materials science, artificial intelligence, physics, chemistry, computer science, and mathematics. With up to three years of funding, substantial research support, and access to a globally recognized interdisciplinary research environment, this fellowship provides an outstanding platform for launching an independent research career.

Researchers interested in quantum materials, AI-driven discovery, sustainability, advanced computing, and next-generation technologies are strongly encouraged to apply before the September 2026 deadlines.