Mercer and Putnam Fellowships in Horticulture
These fellowships offer significant opportunities for scientists and horticulturists dedicated to increasing our knowledge of trees, shrubs, and vines. Graduate students, post docs, as well as mid-career professionals and researchers are encouraged to apply.
Together with fellowship support, the Arnold Arboretum provides exceptional resources for woody plant research. The living collections total 15,000 specimens and are distinguished by over a century of documentation and study. Acer, Betula, Carya, Fagus, Magnolia, Quercus, Syringa, and Tilia are particularly well represented, as are the floras of China, Japan, and Korea. The Harvard Botanical Library contains 250,000 volumes, while the Harvard University Herbaria holds over 5,000,000 specimens.
The stipend for Mercer/Putnam Fellows is $40,000 per annum plus benefits, with up to $12,000 additional funds available for research costs. Term appointments can be flexible, ranging from 3 months to 2 years. Fellows are required to publish the results of their studies in professional or academic journals. Participation as an instructor for Arnold Arboretum education programs is encouraged.
How to apply
Applications are accepted throughout the year and applicants are initially requested to provide a c.v. and a brief description of research and project interests to:
Robert E. Cook
Arnold Arboretum
125 Arborway
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
bcook@arnarb.harvard.edu
617.384.5743