National Bureau of Economic Research

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NBER’s Post-Doctoral Fellowship on Long-Term Fiscal Policy, pending support from the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, enables two outstanding early-career economists to visit NBER’s Cambridge headquarters for one year of intensive research on economic aspects of long-term fiscal policy. Topics might include taxation, entitlement programs, government borrowing, and related issues. Applications from researchers who are just completing their PhDs, as well as from junior faculty members who may be able to combine this fellowship with an early career leave, are welcome.

Two fellowships will be awarded for the academic year 2027-2028. The fellowship will provide a stipend of $105,000, reimbursement for health insurance, a travel and research allowance, and an office at the NBER. The fellow will work at the NBER’s office, and fellowship-related activities are expected to represent the fellow’s primary responsibility during the year.

Applicants must have completed their PhD by June 2027. The NBER may be able to sponsor the fellowship recipients for a J-1 visa under its research scholars program. Applications must be marked “Complete” by the deadline to be considered.

Candidates must submit the application materials by December 7, 2026, at 5pm EST. Please direct any questions to shaniahl@nber.org.