Harvard University
Position Details
| Title | Urban Economics (Junior) |
|---|---|
| School | Harvard Kennedy School |
| Department/Area | |
| Position Description | The Harvard Kennedy School invites applications for a junior economist who studies urgent issues affecting cities and regions in the US and other contexts. Areas of research include housing, transportation, and infrastructure, or other topics that touch on issues of spatial importance in urban environments. Qualifications include a Ph.D. (received or expected by June 2027), strong evidence of a commitment to research, strong teaching skills and a demonstrated interest in public policy issues.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a C.V., a research statement, a description of past or planned teaching (along with teaching evaluations, if available), one or two representative research papers, and three letters of recommendation. Materials can be submitted online at:https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/16730Full consideration will be given to applications received before Nov. 1, 2026. Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes. |
| Basic Qualifications | Qualifications include a Ph.D. (received or expected by June 2027), strong evidence of a commitment to research, strong teaching skills and a demonstrated interest in public policy issues. |
| Additional Qualifications | |
| Special Instructions | |
| Contact Information | Laura Medeiros |
| Contact Email | hksacademicpositions@hks.harvard.edu |
| Salary Range | Negotiable |
| Minimum Number of References Required | 3 |
| Maximum Number of References Allowed | |
| Keywords | Urban Economics Housing Transportation and Infrastructure Urban environments |
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