Postdoctoral Fellow in Spatial Data Science and GIS ·Harvard University

Overview

This fellowship offers early-career researchers the chance to work at Harvard University’s Center for Geographic Analysis (CGA), contributing to research in geography, GIScience, spatial data science, and related social sciences.

Eligibility

Applicants must hold a PhD in geography, GIScience, or a related social science field, and demonstrate experience using spatial analytic methods. Teaching experience in spatial methods and proficiency in GIS, R, and Python is preferred.

Benefits

• Full-time appointment with an annual salary between USD 70,000 and USD 80,000.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.
• Support for independent research and collaboration at a prestigious institution.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae (CV), a cover letter, a research statement, and contact information for three references, with at least two being faculty-level experts. An optional sample paper may also be submitted.

Deadline

Applications must be submitted by July 6, 2026.