"Post Doctoral Fellows"

Description

The Georgetown Center for Business and Public Policy invites applications for postdoctoral fellowship positions in applied microeconomics and industrial organization for the academic calendar year 2026-28. These positions will begin in the Summer/Fall 2026 and continue for up to two years, subject to budget approval. Of particular interest are scholars who examine competition, regulation or innovation and those whose research focuses on the economics of, and economic policies directed toward, newly emerging business models and industries.

The Georgetown Center offers a competitive stipend, as well as support for travel and research-related expenses. Postdoctoral Fellows will join an active economics research community, have ample opportunities to connect with new collaborators and mentors, and present and obtain feedback on their own research. Applicants should have completed their Ph.D. no earlier than August 2024 or must anticipate receiving a Ph.D. no later than August 31, 2025.

ABOUT GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY's MCDONOUGH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business offers unparalleled access to the world's business, policy, and thought leaders. The school, which attracts faculty and students from around the world, is committed to building global business knowledge and inspiring ethical leaders to serve the common good. Known for its emphasis at the intersection of business and global affairs and its values-based approach to business as part of Georgetown's rich Catholic, Jesuit tradition, the school also is focused on how business can be a force for change by addressing fields of the future, such as healthcare, sustainability, and AI and the future of work. The school's undergraduate and graduate degree programs provide solid grounding in all the core management disciplines, with an emphasis on the global, ethical, and political environment of business. The McDonough School of Business has an ongoing commitment to being a community in diversity as a fundamental aspect of the Georgetown community.

ABOUT THE CENTER FOR BUSINESS AND PUBLIC POLICY

The Georgetown Center for Business and Public Policy is an academic research center within the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University. Its mission is to engage scholars, industry practitioners, and policymakers in inquiry and dialogue and to disseminate knowledge on issues at the nexus of business and public policy. Across diverse industries and economic sectors, it investigates the evolution of innovation, competition, and regulation. It conducts empirical economic analysis, keeps abreast of relevant issues, and informs policies that promote economic welfare. For more information about the Georgetown Center for Business and Public Policy, visit http://cbpp.georgetown.edu.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Application materials should be sent to Interfolio. Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter; (2) a curriculum vita; (3) one research-related paper; and (4) up to three letters of recommendation.

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position is $85,000-$100,000. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

Location: Main Campus

Open Date: Nov 25, 2025

For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/178667