Pre-Doctoral Fellowship at Harvard University (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the Pre-Doctoral Fellow position at Harvard University, hosted by Assistant Professor Augustin Bergeron in the Department of Economics. This one-year (renewable) full-time research opportunity focuses on development economics, political economy, public economics, and economic history, with an emphasis on taxation, state capacity, and governance in low-capacity settings like the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The position offers hands-on experience in field experiments, data analysis, and collaboration with leading economists from institutions such as UC Berkeley, NYU, LSE, and the World Bank.

It is fully funded with a salary of $50,000 per year, and visa support may be arranged for international applicants. The application deadline is rolling—the position remains open until filled, so early applications are encouraged. Open to recent bachelor’s or master’s graduates from relevant fields worldwide, this fellowship is ideal for those planning a PhD in economics or related disciplines. There is no application fee. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: Pre-Doctoral Fellowship
• Host Country: United States
• Host Institution: Harvard University
• Duration: 1 year starting July 1, 2026
• Open to all nationalities
• Funding Type: Fully funded with a salary of $50,000 per year
• Application Deadline: Open until filled (rolling review)

What This Fellowship Offers:

• Annual salary of $50,000 for financial stability.
• Visa support arranged for international applicants, easing relocation to the US.
• Potential travel funding to the DRC for fieldwork as needed (project-covered expenses for coordination and implementation).
• Eligibility for Harvard employee health benefits

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Eligibility Criteria:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree (completed by July 1, 2026) in economics, mathematics, computer science, statistics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in development economics, political economy, public economics, and/or economic history.
• Solid training in causal inference, including experimental and quasi-experimental methods.
• Strong programming skills in Stata and/or R.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear memos and well-documented code.
• Interest in pursuing a PhD in Economics or a related discipline.

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Fields of Research

• Development Economics
• Political Economy
• Public Economics
• Economic History

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How to Apply:

• Visit the official Harvard Academic Positions portal
• Read the full job posting carefully to confirm details and ensure it matches your qualifications.
• Prepare and upload your materials directly on the portal:
• Apply as soon as you can !

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