BSSw Fellowship Program 2027 is a funding and recognition programme for people who want to improve scientific software and help the wider scientific software community.
The programme supports activities such as workshops, tutorials, and educational content that promote better software practices. Fellows can come from different career stages, including students, early-career researchers, mid-career professionals and senior professionals.
BSSw Fellowship Program 2027 Overview
The BSSw Fellowship focuses on improving the productivity, sustainability, and quality of scientific software. Selected fellows receive funding to carry out an activity that benefits the scientific software community and produces a publicly available resource or other useful outcome.
However, for 2027, each fellow can receive up to $25,000 for their proposed activity. The performance period runs from April 1, 2027, to April 30, 2028.
BSSw Fellowship Program Benefits
- Up to $25,000 in funding.
- Recognition as a BSSw Fellow.
- Opportunity to lead a scientific software activity.
- Support for workshops, tutorials, or community content.
- Opportunity to contribute to better scientific software practices.
- Connection with the broader scientific software community.
- Recognition at the US-RSE Annual Conference.
BSSw Fellowship Program 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants can be from different career stages, including students and senior professionals, and applicants should:
- Have an interest in scientific software.
- Have experience or a background relevant to scientific software.
- Be able to propose an activity that benefits the scientific software community.
- Be affiliated with a qualifying U.S.-based institution capable of receiving federal funding.
- Be willing to participate in the BSSw community as an alumnus.
How to Apply for the BSSw Fellowship Program 2027
- Visit the official BSSw Fellowship application page.
- Prepare a CV or résumé of no more than two pages.
- Describe your scientific software experience.
- Explain your background and experience relevant to becoming a BSSw Fellow.
- Prepare your fellowship activity proposal.
- Arrange the required supervisor recommendation.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit your application before the firm deadline.
BSSw Fellowship Program 2027 Deadline
The deadline is October 30, 2026, before midnight PDT. However, the deadline is firm and will not be extended.
BSSw Fellowship Program 2027 – Official Application Page
FAQs
How much funding does each fellow receive?
Each 2027 fellow can receive up to $25,000 for the proposed activity.
Can students apply?
Yes, BSSw encourages applications from students through senior professionals.
What can the funding be used for?
Activities can include workshops, tutorials, and content designed to engage and benefit the scientific software community.
Does the programme accept applications from outside the United States?
Applicants must be affiliated with a qualifying U.S.-based institution capable of receiving federal funding.
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