"Arnold Ventures is a philanthropy whose core objective is to maximize opportunity and minimize injustice. We are dedicated to tackling some of the most pressing problems in the United States. We invest in sustainable change, building it from the ground up based on research, deep thinking, and a strong foundation of evidence. We drive public conversation, craft policy, and inspire action through education and advocacy.

"The AV summer internship program is an immersive 10-week program that provides interns with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of and experience in the philanthropic sector. Each intern will be assigned a project manager to oversee their work and a mentor to support their growth and development. Additionally, the program includes a robust line-up of professional development and networking opportunities with AV team members and external partners."

Compensation: $25/​hour and a $5,000 stipend to support housing or transportation costs during the internship. Term: June 2‑August 8, 2025. Location: Houston, TX, or Washington, D.C.

Application Deadline: January 5, 2025

See the complete announcement on the AV website.

The Research and Evaluation Associate will be responsible for supporting the Director of Evaluation and the Executive Vice President for Health Policy, Research & Strategic Partnerships in conducting research, managing and analyzing data and data collection processes, to support the execution of learning and program activities of the Research, Policy and Evaluation team, and assist in evaluating the impact of the Foundation’s work.

The Episcopal Health Foundation (EHF) believes all Texans deserve to be healthy. EHF is committed to transform the health of our communities by going beyond just the doctor’s office. By providing millions of dollars in grants, working with congregations and community partners, and providing important research, we’re supporting solutions that address the underlying causes of poor health. EHF was established in 2013 and is based in Houston.

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"The American Institute for Boys and Men (AIBM) is a new research organization founded and led by policy expert Richard Reeves, formerly of the Brookings Institution. We focus on conducting non-partisan research on issues that affect the well-being of boys and men across the United States, and design programs and policies to help them thrive. Our work is grounded in the belief that advancing the causes of boys and men contributes positively to the welfare of all Americans. We advocate for gender equity and the advancement of all genders, rejecting zero-sum thinking. Learn more about us at aibm.org.

"As a Research Assistant, you will play a key role in driving our research efforts, contributing to impactful projects that address critical policy issues affecting boys and men. This position is ideal for a recent graduate with a degree in economics, social sciences, or a related field, and a strong passion for policy research."

Fully remote role within mainland U.S. Applications will be reviewed starting December 6, 2024, and on a rolling basis thereafter. The role is set to begin in Spring or Summer 2025, with flexibility on the start date.

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The George Washington University Department of Sociology invites applications for an Assistant Professor position to begin in Fall 2025 for a scholar in the field of criminology and criminal justice. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty appointment. The duration of the appointment is for three years and it is renewable.

"We seek a scholar who will complement existing department strengths and contribute to teaching and advising needs in the MA program in Criminology, the undergraduate Criminal Justice major/minor, and the Law and Society minor, which are all housed in the department. We are particularly interested in applicants whose work is rooted in a critical, anti-racist, social justice framework. The successful candidate will be eligible to serve as Director of Undergraduate Studies or Graduate Studies; this position entails a significant service commitment. We strongly encourage applications from racial and ethnic minorities and other individuals who are under-represented in the profession. The typical teaching load is five courses per academic year (specialization open), along with scholarship and service."

Review of applications will begin on December 20, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

Review the position announcement and complete application instructions online.

The First-year Research Immersion (FRI) program at Binghamton University invites applications for a three-year renewable, full time Research Assistant Professor (also known as the Research Educator) position, to begin August 2025. This is a unique 10-month non-tenure track faculty position that directly combines teaching and research. This position is for Data Science and is open to individuals with appropriate background in data science or other related fields that use data science approaches. Review of applications will begin February 1st, 2025.

FRI Data Science is a program in which a Research Educator guides first-year and second-year students in innovative research that advances the field. The Research Educator shapes the research theme, but this new research stream will have the overall theme of using big data to identify connections and provide insights on societal problems (e.g., inequality, climate change, economy, healthcare, public health, transportation, housing, etc.).

Research Educators are responsible for guiding first- and second-year student cohorts (~30 per cohort) through authentic research experiences and, in doing so, will help students develop the professional skills desired by graduate schools and employers. Within the high-impact learning environment, and alongside faculty stream collaborators, the Research Educator maintains and/or expands their own research program.

Read the complete position announcement online.

The Washington Center for Equitable Growth is currently accepting applications for the 2025 Request for Proposals: Research grants for early career scholars. Applications are due January 21, 2025.

Equitable Growth seeks to invest in early career scholars whose research agendas are policy relevant and related to how inequality affects economic growth, and who are interested in engaging with policy audiences. Early career grants are open to researchers affiliated with a U.S. university whose Ph.D. was issued within the past 8 years, as well as graduate students currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program at a U.S. university.

Equitable Growth staff are available to meet with interested applicants. Please complete this form if you would like to schedule a 15- to 30-minute zoom call with Equitable Growth staff best positioned to answer your question(s). Questions can also be emailed to grants@equitablegrowth.org.

Note: These fellowships are sponsored through The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (SPSSI).

The James Marshall Public Policy Postdoctoral Fellowship (applications due January 2, 2025): 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. (See complete details and application instructions on the SPSSI website.)

Dalmas A. Taylor Memorial Summer Policy Fellowship (application deadline for Summer 2025 is February 1, 2025): This predoctoral fellowship honors the memory of Dalmas A. Taylor, who passed away during his term as President of SPSSI. Dr. Taylor had been involved for many years with SPSSI. In addition, he was instrumental in establishing the Minority Fellowship Program at the American Psychological Association and in increasing APA’s attention to the inclusion of people of color.

Applicants must be currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited doctoral program in psychology or a related field. In addition, they must have demonstrated a commitment to a career with a focus on ethnic minority issues. Applicants should not have completed their doctoral program by the time they begin the fellowship. (See complete details and application instructions on the SPSSI website.)

The application for the 2025-2026 Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University is now open. Applications close December 16.

Obama Foundation Scholars at Columbia University participate in an immersive program on Columbia’s campus in New York City that brings together academic, skills-based and experiential learning, designed by Columbia University in consultation with the Obama Foundation.

The Obama Foundation’s Leaders program is for 24-45-year-old emerging leaders working in government, civil society, and the private sector who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing the common good. The program aims to inspire, empower, and connect regional cohorts of changemakers to accelerate positive and lasting change in their communities and throughout their region and across our world. Applications close December 18.

The Dissertation Research Grants program supports innovative and high-quality dissertation research that addresses questions relevant to any of RSF’s priority areas:  Behavioral Science and Decision Making in Context; Future of Work; Race, Ethnicity and Immigration; Immigration and Immigrant Integration; and Social, Political, and Economic Inequality.

Proposed projects must be closely aligned with the funding priorities listed on the RSF website for any of these areas, contribute to RSF's mission to improve social and living conditions in the U.S., and demonstrate appropriate use of relevant theory, innovative data, rigorous research methods, and measures. The proposal deadline is February 4, 2025, for funding starting in September 2025. Learn more about the Dissertation Research Grants program on the RSF website.

RSF staff will discuss the Dissertation Research Grants application process at a webinar on January 7, 2025, at 2PM ET.

"We seek a Project Associate to join our research and consulting teams by gathering both qualitative and quantitative data, contributing to data analysis and development of client-facing deliverables, and providing strong logistical and administrative support to project teams.

"Working with our team will give you multifaceted experience in social science research and evaluation in the context of a field-leading research and evaluation company.

"We invite you to join us in our work for clients who support, innovate, and transform the Jewish communal sector both nationally and internationally."

Hourly Wage: $31.25

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