"The Harvard Center for Population and Development Studies (HCPDS) is currently accepting applications for the next cohort of the David E. Bell Postdoctoral Fellowship. 

"The deadline to apply is Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at noon/12:00 PM ET (U.S.). 

"The two-year Bell Fellowship is an interdisciplinary, postdoctoral training program designed for researchers and practitioners in the fields of population sciences and/or population health. The cornerstone of the program is fellows’ ability to conduct self-directed research and writing, with mentorship provided by world-renowned faculty. The training is bolstered by participation in weekly seminars, professional development and other skill building activities, plus communications & media skills preparation. 

"The next cohort will begin on Sept 1, 2027 and end on August 31, 2029. The salary is $75K/yr plus benefits and a generous research and travel fund. The fellowship is open to eligible U.S. and international candidates, and is supported through sources other than federal funding.

"For detailed information and to apply, visit the fellowship website.  All questions should be sent to popcenter@hsph.harvard.edu 

From The American Academy of Political and Social Science

"The Moynihan Prize recognizes social scientists, public officials, and other leaders in the public arena who champion the use of informed judgment to improve public policy. The Prize is intended to honor those who have promoted the use of sound analysis and social science research in policymaking, while contributing to the civil discourse in society.

"Candidates for the Prize are those whose careers have made substantial contributions to public policy, including the alleviation of poverty, the health of populations, the design of the built environment and public works, the improvement of race and ethnic relations, the pursuit of effective international relations, and the conservation of natural resources. They may also include those whose careers have exhibited a dedication to strengthening the use of statistical evidence and quality data in the policy process.

"Candidates must be willing to deliver a major public policy address on the topic of their choosing.

"Nominations may be considered over a three-year period. Feel free to contact AAPSS staff with questions."

Closing date: November 1, 2026

From the Consortium of Social Science Associations (COSSA)

"The Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences (CASBS) at Stanford University is now accepting applications for residential fellowships for the 2027-28 academic year. Fellows represent the core social and behavioral sciences (anthropology, economics, geography, history, law, political science, psychology, and sociology) but also the humanities, education, linguistics, communications, and the biological, natural, health, and computer sciences. The fellowship program is for scholars working in a diverse range of disciplines that contribute to advancing research and thinking in social science. Applicants should be scholars and thinkers who are tackling big questions with fresh approaches.

"Applications for 2027-28 fellowship year will be accepted through October 30, 2026. Applicants will be notified of decisions by mid-February 2027. For more information, guidelines, and application requirements, visit the website."

"The Russell Sage Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the Margaret Olivia Sage (MOS) Grants Competition to support research by multi- or inter-disciplinary teams on social, economic, and political challenges with generational consequences for social and living conditions in the United States. Such challenges are typically national in scope, involve both systemic and individual factors, and the questions they raise are as urgent for policymakers and communities as they are for researchers. MOS grants support research in four priority areas: (1) democracy, (2) the societal impacts of artificial intelligence, (3) inequality and affordability, and (4) data infrastructure for social science research.

"To be eligible, PIs and Co-PIs must have a doctorate, and teams must be multi- or inter-disciplinary. The foundation also encourages collaborations across research institutions and/or with community partners. A research team that partners with a community organization will be considered as multidisciplinary. MOS grants provide up to $750,000 (plus 15% indirect costs) over three years. For particularly promising projects, RSF may consider one renewal grant of up to $500,000 for an additional two years.

"The letter of inquiry deadline is December 1, 2026, at 2PM ET, for funding starting September 1, 2027."

Learn more about the MOS Grants Competition here.

The American Sociological Association is hiring a Senior Programs Associate. This position reports to the Director of Programs and Research. 

Selected duties:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the association’s portfolio of virtual programs supporting the teaching, research, practice, and professional development of sociologists. 
• In consultation with the Executive Director and Director of Programs and Research, manage the Minority Fellowship Program (MFP), including application and review processes, Advisory Panel coordination, fellow engagement and professional development, and Annual Meeting programming. 
• Manage the Honors Program, including application administration, Advisory Panel coordination, orientation planning, and Annual Meeting programming. 
• Serve as liaison to the TRAILS editor and editorial board and provide administrative support. 
• In consultation with the Director of Programs and Research, identify, pursue, and manage grants and external funding opportunities that support programming and special initiatives. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• MA in sociology or a related discipline  
• A minimum of 3 years of post-MA experience in an academic setting 
• Demonstrated experience with developing and implementing educational and/or professional development content 
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate a network of sociology experts 
• Experience managing multiple projects and/or programs simultaneously, with a demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines 

Closing date September 30, 2026

See the complete position announcement on the ASA website

"The Department of Family & Consumer Studies (FCS) at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Families and Health, beginning July 2027. Applicants must have a Ph.D. by the time of appointment. Candidates should have a strong record of research, teaching, and grantsmanship, commensurate with their career stage.

"Qualifications: The successful candidate will be a scholar specializing in families and health, broadly defined, though expertise in families and health care or health policy is preferred. Examples of priority research areas for this position include: family influences on health care access, utilization, and experiences; family-centered health policy; family caregiving across the life course; family relationships and mental health; and the role of families in health literacy and medical decision-making. Teaching responsibilities for this position may include courses on families and health policy, social science and healthcare, child health care, and modern families, among other topics. Faculty also have opportunities to contribute to an interdisciplinary, health-focused undergraduate program within the College of Social & Behavioral Science.

"Family & Consumer Studies is an interdisciplinary department with the mission to advance, communicate, and apply knowledge regarding human development and family well-being across the lifespan and within community and societal contexts. The faculty includes scholars from sociology, demography, psychology, family studies, human development, economics, and public policy, among others.

"Review of applications will begin September 22, 2026 and continue until the position is filled."

Read the complete position announcement on the U of Utah website

"The NSF Quantum Technologies Engine in Connecticut (QuantumCT Engine), led by the University of Connecticut, aims to advance American quantum innovation and secure the domestic quantum supply chain by accelerating the commercialization of quantum technologies for national defense, biotechnology, and financial services.

"The Evaluation Project Manager will be responsible for assisting with day-to-day operations of all evaluation-related activities. They will also help manage evaluation meeting logistics and facilitation, implementation, data management and analyses, supervision of undergraduate and graduate students, and evaluation dissemination and use activities. Job responsibilities cluster into five categories: project management and coordination, evaluation design, evaluation implementation and data analysis, reporting, and quality assurance. The Evaluation Project Manager will report to Dr. Bianca Montrosse-Moorhead, incoming Department Head and Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology, and QuantumCT Engine External Evaluation Lead.

"Please apply by 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on September 28, 2026, for full consideration."

Read the full position announcement and apply on the U Conn website

"The AERA Minority Dissertation Fellowship Program in Education Research seeks proposals from advanced graduate students who are from racial and ethnic groups that are underrepresented in higher education. The Fellowship Program encourages studies that examine a wide range of education research topics such as students’ school experiences, STEM education and learning, ethnic studies/curriculum; tracking; measurement of achievement and opportunity gaps; English language learners; or bullying and restorative justice. These studies may focus on students, teachers, schools, and/or educational contexts across multiple educational stages including early childhood education and development, k-12 education, postsecondary education, and the workforce. Studies should use rigorous scientific research methods within quantitative, qualitative, archival, and/or mixed method techniques. Studies that examine issues of specific racial and ethnic groups, social classes, genders, or persons with disabilities are encouraged and supported by the Fellowship Program."

Informational Webinar: Wednesday, September 23, from 1:00pm-2:00pm ET

See the complete announcement and register for the webinar on the AERA website.

"The University of Michigan’s Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy invites applicants for the University of Michigan Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP).

"The Ford School views this postdoctoral fellowship as an exceptional opportunity to attract outstanding scholars with the potential to successfully transition from a postdoctoral fellowship to a tenure-track faculty position. Accordingly, we seek applicants whose research, teaching, and scholarly trajectory demonstrate strong promise for long-term success as members of our faculty.

"The focus of this postdoctoral fellowship will be on International Policy. Examples of topical focus include (but are not limited to) sustainability and climate change, global migration, war, conflict, state-building and the political economy of development, great power competition, global governance and international organizations, human rights, technology and digital policy, area studies and foreign policy. Successful candidates must demonstrate a record of research impact; ability and willingness to teach core and elective courses in public policy; interest in public and policy engagement; and a keen interest in interacting with students, faculty, staff, and policy practitioners in an interdisciplinary professional school environment. Candidates should combine relevant substantive expertise with strong interests in public policy.

"Consideration of applications will begin immediately. Applications must be submitted by September 13, 2026, as the job posting will close for review on that date.  Applicants must submit a separate/additional applications to the President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP) site by November 1, 2026."

Read the complete posting online (Interfolio)

"The California Policy Lab. This is an exciting role for a mid- or advanced-career Researcher (UCLA title “Project Scientist”) who wants to design and conduct policy-relevant research in partnership with state and local agencies in California. Our team works closely with policymakers and people with lived experience of homelessness to develop our research agenda, and we leverage linked administrative data to help inform solutions to homelessness.

"The ideal candidate has expertise in homelessness and health policy and data, with experience working with administrative health billing data and causal inference methodology. The Project Scientist conducts quantitative research, including conceptualizing research questions and designs; overseeing the requesting, receiving, and cleaning of data files; creating and overseeing the implementation of analysis plans; conducting quality assurance reviews; disseminating findings to policy and academic audiences; and generating replicability documentation. The Project Scientist can implement and defend multiple causal research designs, including randomized control trials, quasi-experimental designs, and non-experimental designs. The Project Scientist will also design, supervise, and implement descriptive analyses and other observational statistical analyses. The Project Scientist will write grant proposals to support research tasks and contribute to grant reporting. 

"All applicants must apply online .... Based on recent hires we have made, we anticipate receiving a high number of applications and encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. The first review date is Sept. 25, 2026. "

Read the complete position announcement online