China Public Policy Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Forecasted
The China Public Policy Postdoctoral Fellowship Program supports new Ph.D.s conducting original research on contemporary Chinese public policy at Harvard Kennedy School's Rajawali Foundation Institute for Asia.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (degree conferral by June 2027)
Funding Amounts: One postdoctoral fellowship; $65,000/year stipend; up to 2 years; includes dedicated workspace.
Summary: A competitive postdoctoral fellowship supporting outstanding recent Ph.D.s conducting research on contemporary Chinese public policy at Harvard Kennedy School’s Rajawali Foundation Institute for Asia.
Key Information: Fellowship requires Cambridge residency and knowledge of Chinese; J-1 visa sponsorship available for foreign nationals.
Description
The China Public Policy Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, administered by the Rajawali Foundation Institute for Asia at Harvard Kennedy School, offers a prestigious annual fellowship for recent Ph.D. recipients engaged in research on contemporary Chinese public policy. The fellowship supports independent scholarship, professional development, and active participation in Harvard’s academic community, providing opportunities to connect with leading scholars, practitioners, and policymakers. The program emphasizes academic rigor, diverse perspectives, and impactful research addressing real-world policy challenges in China, with fellows expected to contribute to the intellectual life of the Ash Center and the Harvard Kennedy School.
