OpenFieldPenn Perry World House Postdoctoral Fellowship in International Affairs
Two-year postdoctoral appointment at Perry World House, Penn's global policy hub, connecting academic research with international policymakers on emerging technologies, climate security, and international governance.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- PhD in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Economics, or Law.
- English language proficiency
- Proficient professional English.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not applicable.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Track record of publications on global order, international security, technology policy, or human rights.
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Annual salary of $65,000 plus full Penn benefits package and $6,000 research and conference travel fund
- Application fee
- $0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Not applicable; salaried postdoctoral fellowship.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Annual Postdoctoral Fellowship competition)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Pennsylvania documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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