The Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Awards Program

The Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Awards Program, offered by The Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation, supports early career faculty in the chemical sciences at Ph.D.-granting institutions across the United States. The program aims to recognize and advance faculty who demonstrate exceptional independent scholarship and a commitment to undergraduate education. The Foundation, with a history of investing in chemistry and chemical engineering education, positions this award as a prestigious and competitive opportunity for scholars poised to become leaders in their fields. Each award consists of a $100,000 unrestricted research grant, of which up to $7,500 may be used for departmental research and educational expenses. The remaining funds are allocated directly to the awardee's research activities. The grant cannot be used to cover indirect costs, institutional overhead, or academic-year salary, though summer salary is permitted. Award funds are typically expended over a five-year period, and transfer of remaining funds upon institutional departure requires prior Foundation approval. Eligible candidates must hold full-time tenure-track positions in chemical sciences departments at U.S.-based Ph.D.-granting institutions. Candidates must be within their first six years of an independent academic career at the time of nomination. Institutions are permitted to submit only one nomination annually, though candidates may be re-nominated in subsequent years. Exceptions to eligibility due to tenure clock stoppages (e.g., parental, military, or medical leave) may be granted with appropriate justification. Applications require a comprehensive nomination package including an institutional nomination letter, a five-page research summary and plan, a two-page educational statement, and a CV with clearly marked publication authorship and research funding. Additionally, three letters of support—submitted separately—must come from individuals outside the nominating institution, with no more than one from a former mentor. All nomination materials are to be submitted as a single PDF to submissions@dreyfus.org by February 1, 2026. The selection process emphasizes leadership in original research, contributions to undergraduate education, and peer recognition via publications, honors, and funding. The review panel comprises distinguished faculty in the chemical sciences. Award decisions are finalized by the Foundation’s Board of Directors, with announcements made in early May 2026. This program follows an annual cycle. Given the February 1, 2026 deadline and annual cadence, the next cycle is expected to open in late 2026, with updated materials typically released by November. Interested applicants or institutions are encouraged to contact programs@dreyfus.org with questions or for clarification about eligibility or best practices.

Choose a nominator familiar with the nominee’s research; tailor application to highlight impact on chemical sciences and undergraduate education; letters from outside the institution are required and influential.