Harvard University - John F. Kennedy School of Government - Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs - Predoctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships

Fellowships for predoctoral candidates, recent Ph D recipients, visiting scholars, and junior faculty in energy, climate, and technology policy.

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Award amountOffice space; Stipend provided; $46,000 USD (predoctoral fellows); Health insurance for postdoctoral fellows; $46,000 USD to predoctoral research fellows; $56,000 USD to postdoctoral research fellows; Support for research expenses, including travel; Predoctoral stipends up to approximately $70,000

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Technology and Geopolitics Fellowship

Fellowship for pre- and post-doctoral candidates at Harvard's Belfer Center focusing on technology and geopolitics. Includes stipend, workspace, and research grants.

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Deadline

December 1, 2026

Award amount

Predoctoral stipends up to approximately $70,000

Eligibility

Predoctoral: currently enrolled in a doctoral program, passed general exams, significant dissertation progress.; Postdoctoral: recipients of a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, typically awarded within the last five years.

Requirements

CV/Resume; Unofficial transcript (pre-doctoral only); Research statement (3-5 pages) or statement of intent (1-2 pages); Writing sample (less than 50 pages); One published or unpublished piece written by applicant (not co-authored); Three letters of reference (pre- and post-doctoral)

Application materials

CV/ Resume; Unofficial transcript (pre-doctoral only); Research statement (3-5 pages) or statement of intent (1-2 pages); Writing sample (less than 50 pages); One published or unpublished piece written by applicant (not co-authored); Three letters of reference (pre- and post-doctoral)

How to apply

Apply via the 'APPLY HERE' link.; Letters of reference should be submitted directly to the Belfer Center.

Important dates

Application period for 2027-2028 academic year: October 1 - December 1, 2026.

Contact

Associate Director

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