Niehaus Postdoctoral Fellowship Program

The Niehaus Center for Globalization and Governance (NCGG) at Princeton University's School of Public and International Affairs invites applications for postdoctoral research associates from individuals with a Ph.D. degree or who expect to receive a Ph.D. degree by July 1, 2025, for the 2025-2026 academic year. These awards are designed to promote basic research in the broad areas of international and comparative political economy, international organization and global governance, and globalization. Research on the causes and consequences of globalization, the political economy of foreign trade, monetary and regulatory policies, the sources of international cooperation at the global and regional level, the domestic and international politics of economic development, the political economy of human security issues, the evolution and impact of international institutions, and the politics of international law and human rights policies are of relevance. Outstanding scholars anywhere in the world are eligible to apply. NCGG invites candidates with a background in political science, economics, modern history, sociology, anthropology, law, business, and other disciplines bearing on the study of globalization to apply. Selected candidates will be required to be in residence in Princeton or the local vicinity, or demonstrate to the program's satisfaction the ability to be on campus on a daily basis and on short notice in order to fulfill responsibilities relating to in-person participation, office hours, and related activities for the duration of the fellowship (July 1, 2025- July 1, 2026).) Appointments are for one year. 

Application Deadline - Applicants should apply by Tuesday, October 1, 2024 (11:59 pm EST) for full consideration; however, posting will remain open until filled.