The NRC Research Associateship Programs (RAP) are prestigious postdoctoral and senior research awards designed to provide promising scientists and engineers with high-quality research opportunities at federal laboratories and affiliated institutions. These programs offer a comprehensive experience, including mentorship, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities to influence government policy, all geared toward enhancing the research career development of the Research Associates.

NRC Research Associates receive a stipend, health insurance, relocation benefits, and an allowance for professional travel.

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D., Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M., or academically equivalent research doctorate before beginning tenure. Most, but not all, awards are open to foreign citizens as well as US citizens.

Applicants should use the program website to research available research opportunities at sponsoring agencies. There are multiple application cycles per year, please see the program website for details.