"2026 Hoover Fellow Position"

The Hoover Institution at Stanford University seeks outstanding scholars for positions as a Hoover Fellow. The term of the appointment is five years, with the option to renew for one additional term. The position is located at the Hoover Institution, Stanford, CA.

During their fellowship, Hoover Fellows are expected to publish scholarly articles and books with implications for public policy and to contribute to the intellectual life of the Hoover Institution. This position carries no teaching responsibilities. The 12‑month base salary range is $165,000 to $230,000, plus a $20,000 annual housing allowance.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant field, such as economics, history, international relations, national security, political science, or public policy, and expect to complete that degree by September 1st, 2026.

Hoover Fellows are encouraged to engage with Stanford’s broader research community in their respective fields. The Hoover Institution is a research center at Stanford University, located in the heart of Stanford’s campus.

Please submit:

• A cover letter or statement of interest that includes a description of academic background and experience
• One or more recent publications, working papers, or draft book chapters
• A curriculum vitae
• A statement about future research plans (two pages maximum)
• Three letters of recommendation that focus on the candidate’s research and research potential

If you have any questions, please contact hooverfellowship@stanford.edu. Please note that we only monitor this email address periodically.

Please submit completed applications online by November 18, 2025.