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Bell Postdoctoral Fellowship, Harvard Ctr for Population & Dev Studies

October 02, 2026 2:48 PM | DCSS Admin (Administrator)

"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 

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