Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027–2028 for Women in STEM

The Schlumberger Foundation is accepting applications for its 2027–2028 Faculty for the Future Fellowship programme, an international funding initiative supporting women from developing and emerging economies pursuing advanced research careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

The programme seeks to increase the representation of women in STEM research and academic leadership by providing financial support for doctoral and postdoctoral studies at leading universities outside their home countries.

Benefits

Selected fellows receive financial support towards eligible academic and research expenses.

The fellowship is intended to help beneficiaries pursue advanced research training and develop careers in scientific and technological fields.

Funding amounts are determined individually based on the applicant's approved budget and other available financial support.

The award is renewable subject to satisfactory academic progress and the Foundation's renewal requirements.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be women from developing or emerging economies.
• Be pursuing or planning to pursue a PhD or postdoctoral research programme in STEM.
• Have an excellent academic record.
• Demonstrate a commitment to returning to their home country or contributing to its development.
• Have secured or be pursuing admission to an eligible host university outside their home country.
• Demonstrate strong research potential and academic motivation.

Application Deadline

November 7, 2026

Reference letters are due by November 14, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must register on the official Faculty for the Future application platform, complete the online application and arrange for the required supporting documents and references.

Official programme information:

https://www.facultyforthefuture.net/applications/

Appication portal:

https://www.fftf.slb.com/

Important Information:

Applicants must carefully review the Foundation's country, academic and programme-specific eligibility conditions.

The award is renewable subject to satisfactory academic progress and the Foundation's renewal requirements.