An exciting research fellowship program by Harvard for mid-career researchers that one should not miss. Applications are invited for the Harvard Emirates Leadership Research Fellowship 2027-28. This prestigious fellowship program, offered through the Middle East Initiative at Harvard Kennedy School, is designed for junior to mid-career researchers, university faculty, public servants, and policy analysts interested in addressing important policy challenges affecting the UAE and Arab countries.
The fellowship program runs for 10 months, from September 2027 to June 2028. The fellowship offers a stipend of up to $75,000, based on applicants’ professional and academic background. The program welcomes applications from all nationalities; however, preference will be given to applicants from the UAE, the Gulf, and the Arab world who intend to return to the region. No application fee is required. Submit your application before December 1, 2026. Read more details below.
Emirates Leadership Initiative Fellowship 2027–2028 Overview
- Hosted by: Harvard University
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Eligible Countries: Open to all Nationals
- Duration: 10 Months
- Fellowship Period: September 1, 2027 – June 30, 2028
- Application Deadline: December 1st, 2026
About Harvard Emirates Fellowship
It’s a prestigious fellowship program hosted by the Harvard Kennedy School that offers junior- to mid-career researchers the opportunity to spend one academic year at the institute and develop an independent research project related to public policy in the UAE and the Arab world. The program aims to support researchers and help public and government institutions address real policy challenges.
Fellowship benefits
Fellows will receive the following support:
- Fellows will receive a stipend of up to $75,000:
- Predoctoral fellows and mid-career researchers without a PhD receive $55,000
- Postdoctoral fellows who completed their PhD less than 5 years ago receive $65,000
- Fellows who completed their PhD more than 5 years ago receive a $75,000 stipend
- Access to Harvard’s state-of-the-art facilities
- Opportunity to carry out a research project in an international environment
- Work alongside Harvard faculty and renowned researchers
- Strengthen your research experience
Research Areas
Applicants must propose a research project aligning with the public policy challenges in the UAE or the broader Arab world. The areas include:
- Optimizing Governance
- Increasing Economic Dynamism
- Strengthening Human Capital
- Improving Public Policy Design and Delivery
Who can Apply?
Applicants meeting the following criteria are invited to apply:
- Fellowship welcomes applications from all nationalities
- Calling Junior and mid-career policy-oriented scholars and faculty members.
- Have a strong resarch proposal related to public policy in the UAE and the Gulf
- Available to attend the fellowship in person at Harvard
- Meet the academic or professional requirements for the fellowship
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Research Proposal
- Harvard Faculty Preferences
- Unofficial Academic Transcript
- Three Recommendation letters
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- World Bank Government Analytics Fellowship 2027 – Fully Funded
- MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Program 2027 in France
How to Apply?
Applicants interested in the Harvard Emirates Fellowship must submit an online application through the official portal. Visit the official link below, review the research positions, review the eligibility requirements and application instructions, prepare documents, identify 3 recommenders, complete your application, and submit.
For more details, visit the official link below.
APPLY FOR EMIRATES LEADERSHIP RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
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