Postdoctoral Research Fellow
We are seeking an early or late postdoctoral researcher to join our Academic Research team. The position focuses on innovation, cities, skills, and scientific progress. The candidate will gather, harmonize, and analyze relevant data in collaboration with a cross-disciplinary team composed of other members of the Growth Lab. Application deadline is January 15, 2026.
Economic Analysis & Data Management Fellow
We are seeking a highly motivated Fellow to contribute to our research on urban economics, innovation, and human capital formation, focusing on analyzing large-scale data on individuals, firms, and occupations. The Fellow will apply and develop skills related to data science, sustainability science, network science, input-output modeling, and machine learning. Application deadline is January 15, 2026.
Policy Research Fellows
Policy Research Fellows contribute to the Growth Policy Research Fellows contribute to the Growth Lab’s core research agenda while collaborating with government leaders and development practitioners to inform policymaking. The Lab’s recruitment period is from November through January; however, we accept applications throughout the year, which our team evaluates on a rolling basis.
Visiting Fellows & Scholars
Through our Visiting Fellows and Scholars Program, every year the Growth Lab accepts a small number of visiting scholars to join the lab and pursue common research efforts. Applicants must bring their own funding sources. A typical stay at the Growth Lab is between 6 and 12 months.
Behind the Scenes
Panel of Research Assistants describe their experience in this role.
Short video of Research Fellows sharing their perspectives on the role at the Growth Lab.
Research Assistants explain how they play a fundamental role at the Growth Lab.