Global Social Science Postdoc Scholar — 2-Year Fellowship

Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management fall conference.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend $80,000

Annual research support $6,000

Two-year in-residence fellowship

Job summary

The Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies at Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, invites applications for Academy Scholars, a two-year in-residence postdoctoral fellowship for early-career researchers in the social sciences.

Scholars receive an $80,000 annual stipend plus $6,000 in annual research support, mentorship from senior scholars, and teaching opportunities. Applications must be submitted by September 18, 2026; letters are due by September 28, 2026.

Qualifications

• Recipients of PhD or equivalent degrees granted within two years of the August 1, 2027 start date.
• Advanced doctoral candidates in the social sciences may apply.

Education

PhD or equivalent degree

Job description

The Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies at Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, invites applications for Academy Scholars, a two-year in-residence postdoctoral fellowship for early-career researchers in the social sciences.

Scholars receive an $80,000 annual stipend plus $6,000 in annual research support, mentorship from senior scholars, and teaching opportunities. Applications must be submitted by September 18, 2026; letters are due by September 28, 2026.