Urban Economics (Junior)

Harvard University

$165K — $185K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in a relevant field (completed or expected by June 2027)
  • Demonstrated commitment to urban research
  • Strong teaching capabilities
  • Interest in public policy issues
  • Experience with or knowledge of housing, transportation, and infrastructure

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on pressing urban issues
  • Teach courses related to urban economics
  • Engage in public policy discussions
  • Publish findings in academic journals
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

Benefits

  • Access to a prestigious academic community
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Involvement in leading-edge urban policy research
  • Networking with experts in the field
  • Support for teaching and research initiatives
Full Job Description
Position

Details

Title
Urban Economics (Junior)

School
Harvard Kennedy School

Department/Area

Position Description

The Harvard Kennedy School invites applications for a junior economist who studies urgent issues affecting cities and regions in the US and other contexts. Areas of research include housing, transportation, and infrastructure, or other topics that touch on issues of spatial importance in urban environments. Qualifications include a Ph.D. (received or expected by June 2027), strong evidence of a commitment to research, strong teaching skills and a demonstrated interest in public policy issues.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a C.V., a research statement, a description of past or planned teaching (along with teaching evaluations, if available), one or two representative research papers, and three letters of recommendation.

Materials can be submitted online at:https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/16730

Full consideration will be given to applications received before Nov. 1, 2026.

Basic Qualifications

Qualifications include a Ph.D. (received or expected by June 2027), strong evidence of a commitment to research, strong teaching skills and a demonstrated interest in public policy issues.

Additional Qualifications

Special Instructions

Contact Information

Laura Medeiros

Contact Email
[email protected]

Salary Range

165k - 185k

Minimum Number of References Required
3

Maximum Number of References Allowed

Keywords

Urban Economics
Housing
Transportation and Infrastructure
Urban environments

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