
VISTA/CVR Post-Doctoral Extension Fund
This fund will provide financial support to current postdoctoral fellows and postdoctoral visitors who are currently working under the supervision of a VISTA/CVR core member, and whose contracts end between now and July 2026.
AWARD DETAILS
Value:
$70,000 annual postdoctoral salary (prorated monthly)
Application Deadline:
Rolling until March 31, 2026
Extension Period:
1 to 8 months, ending no later than August 31, 2026
ELIGIBILITY
All applicant must:
- Identify as a current postdoctoral fellow or visitor affiliated with a VISTA/CVR core member.
- Not exceed the 4 years duration of postdoctoral appointment at York University.
*Please note that this opportunity is exclusively for postdoctoral fellows and postdoctoral visitors as defined in York University’s Postdoctoral Fellow and Visitors Policy.
EXPECTATIONS OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS
- Submit a research progress summary
- Regularly attend CVR seminars
- Meet regularly with your advisory committee
- Engage in CVR/VISTA events
HOW TO APPLY
- Click here to apply
- Click here to complete the voluntary self-identification survey
- Letter of Reference
- Note that the letter of reference should be sent directly from referee to applyvista@yorku.ca.

