Harvard Pollman Fellowship in Real Estate and Urban Development 2027 (up to $55,000)

Overview

The Harvard Pollman Fellowship in Real Estate and Urban Development 2027 is a one-year visiting scholar position located at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design. Established in 2002, the program is designed for postdoctoral graduates who specialize in real estate and urban planning. During the fellowship year, participants have the opportunity to audit courses, engage in research assignments, and contribute to the academic community.

Who can apply

Applicants must be postdoctoral candidates who have either received their doctorate or submitted their dissertation for final degree awarding. Individuals working in fields such as economic development, political economy, urban economics, and related areas of urban planning focused on real estate and urban development are encouraged to apply.

What you get

Selected fellows receive a minimum award of $55,000, along with medical benefits. This financial support is intended to cover living and research expenses, and it includes a teaching salary for the required instructional component of the fellowship.

Requirements

The recipient of the fellowship is expected to teach an assigned course, write at least one publishable paper for a refereed journal, participate in research workshops, give a presentation to the Graduate School of Design community, and actively contribute to the school environment.

How to apply

Candidates must submit an application package to the Department of Urban Planning and Design via email by the specified deadline. The application must consist of a single document arranged in a specific order, beginning with a cover page containing contact information, current residence, dissertation submission date, degree conferral details, and the name and location of the awarding university. Additional required materials include a proposal of up to 300 words describing the course the applicant wishes to teach, a statement of current and proposed research of up to 1,000 words, and a resume highlighting relevant educational and work experience in urban planning, real estate, and related economic fields.

Key dates

Applications must be received by February 18, 2027, at 11:59 PM (ET).