Yale University Announces the Tobin Center Economics Pre-Doctoral Fellows Programme: An Opportunity for Aspiring Economics Researchers

Overview

The Tobin Center Economics Pre-Doctoral Fellows Programme, offered by Yale University through the Tobin Center for Economic Policy and the Department of Economics, is a structured research training initiative designed for graduates seeking to strengthen their academic and professional foundations before pursuing a doctoral degree in economics or a related discipline. The programme brings together an international community of approximately 70 scholars to support policy-relevant economic research while preparing the next generation of researchers, economists, and policy experts. Selected participants work as full-time research trainees for a duration of one to two years on the Yale University campus in New Haven, Connecticut.

Who can apply

The programme is intended for individuals who hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree and are considering pursuing a PhD in economics or a closely related field. It is well-suited for candidates interested in quantitative and empirical research, economic policy, academic careers, public policy analysis, and advanced research training who want to enhance their research profiles before applying to competitive doctoral programmes.

What you get

Fellows gain practical research experience by working under the supervision of one or more Yale faculty mentors on faculty-led research projects addressing economic and public policy questions. The immersive experience includes the opportunity to take one course per semester either for academic credit or by auditing, attendance at weekly professional development seminars, and participation in departmental research seminars hosted by Yale's Department of Economics. Participants work in shared campus research spaces that foster collaboration, peer learning, and networking with faculty members and fellow scholars.