"Entry Point! is the signature program of the AAAS Project on Science, Technology, and Disability.  It was designed to increase the diversity of the science and engineering workforce by involving students and scientists with disabilities throughout all STEM education and career pathways.  

"This program aims to encourage and develop talent among undergraduate and graduate students with disabilities who have demonstrated an interest in pursuing a STEM career. 

"Entry Point! provides a wide, national recruitment and screening effort to discover outstanding students with disabilities. Each year, it develops new pools of candidates with the technical knowledge and skills that Entry Point! partners desire. Qualified candidate referrals are sent to workplace partners to make the final hiring decisions. Interns and their managers at partner sites receive support during the program, post-placement follow-up, and mentoring.

"Entry Point! invites partnerships with industry, university research programs, and government agencies in a mutual effort to place students with disabilities in 10-week, paid internships in opportunities geared toward their skills and interests. 

"The 2027 AAAS Entry Point! internship application is now open!
Please note that applications and materials will be reviewed and referred to partners as they come in. Apply early for more opportunities. 

"Our partners expect us to refer students who have demonstrated the skills and talents in their STEMM fields.  To accomplish this, our best applicants meet the following criteria:

• Enrollment as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student for the academic term before and after the desired internship
• Must have a disability – apparent or non-apparent
• Must have a grade point average of 3.0 (B) or better
• Must be living in the United States and legally authorized to work in the United States.

"Applications will be accepted for review beginning the first week in October. Portfolio referral to our partners begins in October. The application period will close on February 12, 2027."

See the complete program announcement on the AAAS website

"The University of Mannheim is a leading academic institution with a particular strength in the social and economic sciences. We offer a vibrant academic environment that fosters evidence-based research and innovative teaching. The School of Social Sciences houses research and teaching in the field of Political Science, Psychology, Social Data Science, and Sociology. To further strengthen the collaboration between the School and the Mannheim Centre for European Social Research (MZES), we are taking applications
from exceptional candidates to contribute research and teaching to the school and the MZES. We are looking forward to appointing a new colleague as soon as possible as a Full Professor in Social Data Science and Social Science Methodology (W3, Chair) in Sociology. The preferred starting date is February 1, 2027."

Please submit your application by October 22, 2026

Download the full announcement from the University website

From The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues

"The SPSSI James Marshall Public Policy Fellowship trains early career scientists to 1) contribute to the effective use of scientific knowledge about social issues in the formation of public policy at the federal level; 2) educate the scientific community about how research can contribute to the development of public policy; and 3) establish a more effective liaison between social scientists and various policymaking mechanisms.

"This position is supported, in part, by an endowment provided to SPSSI by the James Marshall Fund. The fellowship provides support for a postdoctoral-level fellow to work full-time for one year (e.g., September 1, 2027 to August 31, 2028) in the United States Congress in Washington, DC.

"The Marshall Fellowship is open to postdoctoral scientists from any discipline relevant to the psychological study of social issues. Candidates must be a member of SPSSI and must hold a PhD or PsyD by the start of the fellowship. (For example, if you are applying for the 2027-2028 fellowship and are currently a graduate student, your degree must be awarded by August 31, 2027.) Candidates must demonstrate interest or involvement in the application of social science to social issues and policies, have a sound scientific background, and demonstrate sensitivity toward policy issues. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Individual initiative and an ability to work cooperatively with others having diverse viewpoints are critical. Knowledge of policy processes at the national level, along with placement goals, is desirable, but not essential.

"SPSSI does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship."

Applications for the 2027-2028 fellowship year are due Monday, January 4, 2027.

Read the full announcement and apply on the SPSSI website

"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