INITIATIVES
This page highlights opportunities originally posted in Initiatives, our Community of Practice newsletter.
EVENTS
NSI Community Of Practice Operational Environment Brief
NSI invites you to our monthly Community of Practice. To kick off this year, we would like to present an Operational Environment Brief, which will give attendees a broad understanding of how world challenges are viewed from a National Security lens. We will then end with a discussion of MIRI and DURIP grant opportunities.
January 23, 2024 l 3:00 pm - 5pm l RDS Building, 1618 E Helen St
WEST 2025 Conference
Sea Service leaders today confront threats of increasing complexity. Join WEST, January 28-30, 2025, to engage with Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard leaders and industry and academia experts to explore the issues they confront. Engage in discussions, network with peers and be a part of devising the needed solutions to enhance operational capabilities. For questions, please call (703) 449-6418.
January 28 - 30 l San Diego, CA
FUNDING
Adaptive Capabilities Office (ACO) & Aerospace Projects Office (APO) Office-Wide Broad Agency Announcement
The program seeks research ideas for the ACO and APO, which work to develop advanced systems and emerging technologies that benefit the warfighter.
Proposals Due January 31, 2025
Request for Information (RFI) Strategic Technology Office
DARPA Invites research along a range of research areas including advanced microelectronics and AI/ML.
Proposals Due January 30, 2025
Young Faculty Award (YFA) 2025
DARPA is seeking to supports “rising stars in junior research positions” at higher education and non-profit institutions that have not yet received funding from DARPA.
Proposals Due February 5, 2024
Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for NSWC Crane
Seeks research ideas and technical demonstrations that improve upon the capabilities of the U.S. Navy.
Proposals Due February 7, 2025
Class of 2025 Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellowship (VBFF)
VBFF invites faculty to engage in innovative basic research to develop the next generation of researchers.
Applications Due February 14, 2025
FY25 Minerva Research Initiative University Research Program
The program brings together universities, research institutions, and scholars to broaden the understanding of social, cultural, behavioral, and political forces that shape U.S. strategic interests.
Proposals Due February 28, 2025
Funding Opportunity Announcement ONR STEM Program
Seeks to support STEM education and workforce opportunities in ONR science and technology areas.
Applications Due April 4, 2025
Department of Army Energetics Basic Research Center (EBRC) Fiscal Year 2025
Seeks to increase the Army’s knowledge in energetic materials (EM).
Applications Due April 7, 2025
HR001124S0028 Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) Office-wide Broad Agency Announcement
FELLOWSHIPS & INTERNSHIPS
Air Force Research Laboratory Science and Technology Fellowship Program (STFP)
The AFRL Science and Technology Fellowship Program (STFP) is the premier research associateship program for the Air Force Research Laboratory. STFP provides opportunities for post-doctoral and senior research associates at various Air Force and Space Force laboratories, including AFRL, AFIT, USSF, and the USAF Academy. Research associates will have the chance to solve problems of their own choice that align with the research opportunities at the hosting laboratories.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens. The program is open to post-doctoral and senior researchers.
The fellowship tenure is two years, with a third year available on a limited basis. Base salary for post-docs starts at $95,000, while senior research associates receive a minimum of $112,000. Fellows also receive an annual travel budget of $5,000 and coverage for relocation.
Applications Due February 1, 2025
DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory Fellowship Programs
The DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory (ARL) offers Fellowship Programs to prepare science and engineering researchers for future challenges. Fellows engage in meaningful research and education at a leading facility while supporting ARL's mission. Fellowships may include:
- Stipend and health insurance supplement.
- Relocation and travel allowances.
- Opportunities at all DEVCOM ARL locations, open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens.
Fellows conduct impactful basic and applied research under ARL advisors, bringing fresh perspectives to maintain ARL’s leadership in science and technology. Programs are flexible, running from several weeks to a year, with renewals available for up to three years. The fellowship types are:
- Postdoctoral Fellow: Less than 5 years post-PhD.
- Senior Fellow: More than 5 years post-PhD.
- Short-Term Fellow: Up to 20 weeks for Postdocs or Senior Fellows.
- Journeyman Fellow: Undergraduate degree or in graduate studies.
- Summer Student Program: For undergraduates or non-PhD participants.
Multiple Deadlines
National Research Council (NRC) Fellowship Opportunities
The National Research Council (NRC) offers a range of fellowship programs at the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory (ARL) to support research and academic collaboration. The fellowship types are:
- Postdoctoral Fellow: For researchers within 5 years of earning a PhD.
- Senior Fellow: For researchers with more than 5 years post-PhD experience.
- Short-Term Fellow: Open to Postdocs or Senior Fellows for research assignments at ARL lasting up to 20 weeks.
- Davies Fellow: For faculty at the U.S. Military Academy (USMA) who also conduct research at ARL.
- ARL Distinguished Fellow: (Under development) A three-year fellowship allowing recipients to define their own technical research focus. Awardees will be selected by ARL Fellows.
Multiple Deadlines
www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/rap/for-applicants
The NDSEG Fellowship is a prestigious and highly competitive program designed to support U.S. citizens and nationals pursuing doctoral degrees in one of 15 STEM disciplines relevant to the Department of Defense (DOD). Sponsored by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR), Army Research Office (ARO), and Office of Naval Research (ONR), the fellowship offers flexibility for recipients to study at any U.S. institution.
The benefits include full tuition coverage, a monthly stipend, and up to $1,000 for medical insurance. The program lasts for three years, and applicants must demonstrate exceptional aptitude for advanced training in science and engineering, with plans to pursue a doctorate in a DOD-relevant field.
Multiple Deadline
DOD SKILLBRIDGE
DOD SkillBridge
Through SkillBridge, the University of Arizona helps military personnel within 180 days of release from active duty develop the next step of their careers. The university offers an excellent and broad array of placements that serve as launch pads to employment in the individual’s field of choice.
Military installation and unit commanders, university entities seeking workforce talent, and service members considering SkillBridge should not hesitate to contact RDS SkillBridge & Workforce Development Administrator, Terrence Higgins.
DoD SkillBridge Program Update
In October 2024, the University of Arizona’s DoD SkillBridge Program hosted its quarterly event to providing faculty and staff with an opportunity to learn about the program and explore the benefits of hiring service members transitioning from military to civilian careers.
The workshop featured Blaze Smith, director of the U of A VETS Center and SkillBridge supervisor, and Brandon Sisco, a former SkillBridge participant.
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