Science Fellow Form

Science Fellowship 2026 Application

Deadline for submission is November 10, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. and the successful applicant will be informed in January 2026.
The Science Fellowship 2026 is an award created by The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation that recognizes a young STEM professional who is passionate about their work and committed to enriching their community through science communication and outreach.

We encourage applicants from all STEM disciplines to apply. This includes traditional fields as well as emerging areas and science communication. We are particularly interested in individuals whose work creates a positive impact and contributes to public understanding of science in Northern Alberta and beyond.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Work in a STEM-related field, including: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine, or Science Communication
- Conduct work that aligns with the Strategic Framework and Core Values of TELUS World of Science – Edmonton
- Be a resident of Alberta, Yukon, Nunavut, or the Northwest Territories
- Have a job located in Northern Alberta, including Edmonton and regions north of the 52nd parallel
- Be under the age of 40
FELLOWSHIP DETAILS:
- Applications open: October 10, 2025
- Applications close: November 10, 2025
- The selected Fellow will receive an award of $2,500
- The recipient will be recognized at The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation's Annual General Meeting
- The Fellow must commit to participating in at least two (2) outreach events at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton between January and December 2026
- For Northern residents who are unable to travel to Edmonton, virtual or asynchronous outreach options will be available
Questions about your application can be directed to Sarah Kobasiuk at sciencefellows@twose.ca.

Application Criteria
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is under 40 years of ageresides in Alberta, Yukon, Nunavut, or Northwest Territoriesworks in Northern Alberta (north of the 52nd parallel) and/or the Canadian territories

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1) Describe the applicant’s work (max. 250 words)*

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2) Describe how the applicant’s work relates to the following areas of interest: Arctic, human health, engineering, the natural environment, space, dinosaurs and/or climate change? (max 250 words)*

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3) Describe how the applicant’s work impacts the lives of people living in Northern Alberta and north of the 52nd parallel and/or the Canadian territories? How does their work improve science literacy for the people living in these communities? (max. 250 words)*

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4) Describe the applicant’s experience with science communication (ie. sharing their professional knowledge with any general public audience or peer audience). Please provide examples and define the audiences that the applicant has worked with. (max. 250 words)*

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5a) TELUS World of Science – Edmonton's main audiences are families with young children, seniors, students, and teachers. What engaging ideas does the applicant have for interacting with the Science Centre's audience? How would the applicant bring these ideas to life?*

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5b) What ideas does the applicant have for bringing new audiences to the Science Centre? (ie. Indigenous peoples, underserved populations, post-secondary students, programs delivered digitally) (max. 250 words)*

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TELUS World of Science - Edmonton is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage Indigenous peoples, persons living with disability, sexual and gender minorities, women and members of all minority groups to apply. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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Science Fellowship 2026 Application

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