Hoover Fellow

1000scholars; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Job summary

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University invites applications for Hoover Fellow positions. The appointment term ranges from one to three years and is based at the Hoover Institution, Stanford, CA. Fellows are expected to publish scholarly work and contribute to Hoover’s intellectual life, with no teaching duties.

The position offers a 12-month base salary of $169,950 to $230,000, plus a $20,000 annual housing allowance. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant field (e.g., economics, history, international relations, national security, political science, or public policy).
• Expected to complete the degree by September 1, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Publish scholarly articles and books with implications for public policy.
• Contribute to the intellectual life of the Hoover Institution.

Skills

Academic publishing

Education

PhD or equivalent degree

Job description

Position Description

2026 - 2027 Hoover Fellows Program

Opportunities for Early-Career Scholars

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University seeks outstanding scholars for positions as a Hoover Fellow. The term of the appointment is from one to three years. The position is located at the Hoover Institution, Stanford, CA.

During their fellowship, Hoover Fellows are expected to publish scholarly articles and books with implications for public policy and to contribute to the intellectual life of the Hoover Institution. This position carries no teaching responsibilities.

The 12-month base salary range is $169,950 to $230,000, plus a $20,000 annual housing allowance.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant field, such as economics, history, international relations, national security, political science, or public policy, and expect to complete that degree by September 1st, 2027.

Hoover Fellows are encouraged to engage with Stanford’s broader research community in their respective fields. The Hoover Institution is a research center at Stanford University, located in the heart of Stanford’s campus.

Please submit completed applications online by 11:59 PM PT on November 17, 2026.

The Hoover Institution is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Hoover Institution welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to its mission.