Global Social Science Postdoctoral Scholar

The Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend $80,000/yr

Research support $6,000/yr

Leave of up to 12 months

Job summary

The Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies in Cambridge, MA invites applications for the Academy Scholars Program, a two-year, in-residence postdoctoral fellowship. Scholars receive a stipend of $80,000 per year and research support of $6,000 per year, with the two years to be completed within a three-year window.

Applicants must hold or obtain a PhD within two years of Aug 1, 2027, or be advanced doctoral candidates in the social sciences.

Qualifications

• PhD (or equivalent) within two years of Aug 1, 2027, or advanced doctoral candidates.
• Scholars will be evaluated on research excellence and disciplinary command related to regions outside the United States or Canada.

Responsibilities

• In-residence postdoctoral fellowship for two years within a three-year window.
• Potential to teach a Harvard class during the appointment.
• Manage research with year-by-year grants and institutional support.

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

The Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies in Cambridge, MA invites applications for the Academy Scholars Program, a two-year, in-residence postdoctoral fellowship. Scholars receive a stipend of $80,000 per year and research support of $6,000 per year, with the two years to be completed within a three-year window.

Applicants must hold or obtain a PhD within two years of Aug 1, 2027, or be advanced doctoral candidates in the social sciences.