Cornell University

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The Cornell Population Center (CPC) of the Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy invites applicants for the Frank H.T. Rhodes Postdoctoral Fellowship. The position starts August 15, 2026, and will continue for 2 years, subject to a satisfactory first year evaluation. The position will have an initial one-year term with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on satisfactory performance and available funding. Selection is based on scholarly potential, ability to work in multi-disciplinary settings, and the support of a CPC faculty affiliate who will serve as mentor.

Preference will be given to fellows with research interests in areas broadly related to the CPC’s four main areas: families & children; health behaviors & disparities; poverty & inequality; and immigration & diversity. Visit http://www.cpc.cornell.edu/ for more information.

Requirements: Ph.D. in demography, economics, sociology, or another related social science discipline.
Submit: cover letter that identifies a CPC faculty sponsor; curriculum vita; statement proposing both an individual research project and a description of how the candidate will engage in a collaborative project with a specific CPC faculty affiliate; example of written work; three letters of recommendation.

Apply: Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30347

Deadline: December 1, 2025
Pay Range: $62,232 - $75,564