Billi Terresa Cowden Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Billi Terresa Cowden Postdoctoral Fellowship was launched in 2024 to support postdoctoral fellows investigating consequences of alcohol and other substance use disorders. This fellowship will cover 50% of the salary and fringe benefits for selected awardees from September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027 with the possibility for renewal during the following fiscal year. In addition, awardees will receive an annual $2,000 travel allowance per fiscal year.
For questions concerning the Billi Terresa Cowden Fellowship please contact Stephanie Sy.
Eligibility criteria
- Current appointment as a Postdoctoral Fellow at UT Austin with an upcoming appointment for FY 26-27.
- Research focused on clinical or preclinical studies related to mechanisms of drug action, neuroadaptation to repeated substance use, treatment, outcomes, or risk factors (e.g. genetic, comorbid mental illness, early life trauma, family factors, PTSD).
How to Apply
Applications for 2026-2027 are due Friday, July 17, 2026.
Compile application components listed below into a single PDF in the order as listed above and upload applications via this link.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement: 1-2 page document that includes:
- Description of your proposed research for the upcoming year.
- Explanation of how this fellowship award will impact your career.
- Two to three reference letters
- One letter should be from current PI
- Other letter(s) should be from former PIs or current/former mentors.
