| What is it? |
The NCSE Sound Science Fellowship is a partnering fellowship between the National Center for Science Education and higher education faculty who share our mission and vision. NCSE is a leading national non-profit that focuses on monitoring anti-science legislation for K-12 education to initiate action to prevent those moves, investigating science education to understand where we are presently and what barriers still need to be overcome; and providing support for K-12 educators in the form of high-quality professional learning opportunities, misconception-resolving curriculum approaches, and pedagogy to build confidence and competence in teaching topics like climate science, evolution, and the nature of science. |
| What do Fellows get out of it? |
- A network of professionals and educators with a shared passion for improving science education.
- An honorarium of $1500 per year for two years as a fellow.
- Opportunities for content creation, research/publication, and skill development.
- Opportunities to learn with scientists, educators, and science teacher educators across the United States to impact science education approaches and practices.
- New skills in science communication, outreach, and public advocacy for science education.
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| What are the commitments? |
- Attending one in-person seminar per year (January 18, 2026, in Chicago, at the conclusion of the Association for Science Teacher Education conference) for learning, networking, and content development, plus the potential to attend a future seminar for program alumni.
- Creating content and engaging in programs in your area/region.
- Attending between four and six Zoom meetings each year for conversations and preparation.
- Facilitating/hosting and attending one professional learning experience at your campus/institution during your course as a fellow.
- Bringing your experience and expertise to bear to positively impact the teaching of climate science, evolution, and the nature of science.
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| Who are we looking for? |
The ideal Fellow is:
- A professional in science teacher education or science education at an institution of higher education; or museum educators or informal educators working in evolution and climate change content; or content creators working to combat science misinformation.
- Someone with at least three years of K-12 teaching experience (preferred but consideration can be granted for parallel work).
- Passionate about elevating the discourse to positively impact science teaching and learning.
- Deeply curious about challenging misconceptions to support educators nationwide in teaching climate science, evolution, and the nature of science.
- Someone with a strong desire to support educators nationwide in teaching climate science, evolution, and the nature of science.
- Excited about learning from both experts and peers.
- Respectful when challenging others, and willing to be challenged themselves.
- Aware that there are often multiple perspectives on any subject.
- Able to create content and run programs in his/her field.
- Active in public conversations, in addition to academic settings, such as on social media, Substack, or blogs.
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| Timeline |
Applications will close on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET. Finalists will be notified for interviews by Friday, October 3, 2025. Finalists will have a Zoom interview of approximately 45-60 minutes, scheduled between Monday, October 13th, and Friday, October 24th, and will be notified of a decision no later than Friday, November 14th. |
| Contact Us |
For more information about the Fellowship or other opportunities, please contact us. |
| Application |
Apply here! |
