Pre-docs
Research Professional: Development Innovation Lab at University of ChicagoNew!!
Application Deadline: Rolling Basis Start Date: July 1, 2026 Location: Chicago, IL Position Overview Full-time Research Professional position with Nobel laureate economist Michael Kremer at the Development Innovation Lab. Institution: University of Chicago, Development Innovation Lab Supervisor: Professor Michael Kremer (Nobel Prize in Economics 2019) Location: Hyde Park Campus, Saieh Hall Salary: $55,000-$62,000 + $2,000 […]
Junior Research Scientist: Finance and Asset Pricing at NYU SternNew!!
Application Deadline: Rolling Basis Start Date: July 1, 2026 (negotiable) Location: New York City, NY Position Overview Full-time Junior Research Scientist position supporting finance and economics research at NYU Stern School of Business. Institution: NYU Stern School of Business, Finance Department Faculty Supervisors: Prof. Alan Moreira and Prof. Indira Puri Position Type: Full-time Duration: Minimum […]
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship: Economic Development and Rural Finance at University of ZurichNew!!
Application Deadline: January 31, 2026 Start Date: May 1 - September 1, 2026 Location: Zurich, Switzerland Position Overview Pre-doctoral fellowship (1-2 years) supporting economic development research in Sub-Saharan Africa. Institution: University of Zurich, Department of Economics Supervisor: Prof. Lorenzo Casaburi Position Type: Full-time, in-person (70% research, 30% on-the-job learning) Duration: 1-2 years Start: May 1 […]
Pre-Doctoral Research Specialist: Innovation and Entrepreneurship at UPenn WhartonNew!!
July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2028 Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Position Overview 2-year predoctoral research fellowship supporting innovation and entrepreneurship research at Wharton School. Institution: University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business Program: Mack Institute for Innovation Management Faculty Mentors: Professor Manav Raj and Matteo Tranchero Duration: 2 years (July 1, 2026 - June 30, […]
Research Professional: Development Economics with Prof. Christopher Blattman at University of ChicagoNew!!
Start Date: By July 1, 2026 (ideally by March 2026) Location: Chicago, IL Position Overview Full-time Research Professional position supporting cutting-edge development economics research in violence prevention and political economy. Institution: University of Chicago, Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (BFI) Supervisor: Professor Christopher Blattman Program: BFI's Predoctoral Research in Economics Program (PREP) Salary: $55,000-$62,000 annual […]
Amazon Economics Apprenticeship Program: 2-Year Pre-Doctoral ResearchNew!!
Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Location: Seattle, WA Salary: $74,100-$165,600/year (based on market location) Program Overview 2-year pre-doctoral apprenticeship program for economists and data analysts interested in PhD programs and advanced economic research. Organization: Amazon Economics Program Type: DOL Registered Apprenticeship Program Duration: 2 years Employment Model: Full-time with benefits Career Path: PhD program preparation […]
Wharton Pre-Doctoral Research Associate Program 2026New!!
Applications Open for 2026 Positions Program Overview Pre-doctoral research positions for recent college graduates interested in pursuing PhDs in finance, economics, business, or quantitative social sciences. Institution: Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania Position Type: Full-time Research Associate Duration: 1-2 years Career Path: Preparation for PhD programs Program Benefits Available Positions Position 1 Supporting: […]
Junior Specialist: Behavioral and Labor Economics at UC BerkeleyNew!!
Application Deadline: December 26, 2025 (for full consideration) Final Deadline: January 12, 2026 Start Date: June 1, 2026 Position Overview Junior Specialist supporting behavioral, public, and labor economics research at UC Berkeley. Institution: UC Berkeley, Department of Economics College: Letters & Science - Social Sciences Supervisor: Professor Stefano DellaVigna Position Type: Full-time (100%) Salary: $55,000-$63,500 […]
Pre-doc Research Assistant: Economics of Technology and AI at MIT FutureTechNew!!
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis Position Overview Research Assistant supporting economics research on technological progress, innovation, and artificial intelligence. Organization: MIT FutureTech Supervisor: Dr. Danial Lashkari Salary: $50,000/year plus benefits Position Type: Full-time research assistant Research Focus Key Responsibilities Required Qualifications Education: Experience: Technical Skills: Preferred Competencies Who Should Apply […]
Junior Research Scientist: Accounting and Finance at NYU SternNew!!
Application Deadline: December 31, 2025 (for full consideration) Start Date: July 1, 2026 (negotiable) Position Overview Predoctoral research scientist position supporting accounting and finance research at NYU Stern School of Business. Institution: NYU Stern School of Business Department: Accounting Location: New York City, NY Faculty: Prof. Sinja Leonelli, Prof. Irina Luneva, Prof. Gurpal Sran, Prof. […]
