Cornell CIDER Pre-Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026

The Cornell Collaboration for International Development Economics Research (CIDER) Pre-Doctoral Research Fellowship is a full-time, post-baccalaureate position at Cornell University. It prepares graduates for doctoral studies in economics, agricultural and resource economics, development studies, public policy, or related fields, with hands-on research experience and exposure to development economics projects. The appointment is for one year with potential renewal up to two years and includes a salary and benefits.

Health care options, retirement contributions, paid time off, holidays, educational benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in economics, business, public policy, mathematics, statistics or a related field, and 2 to 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Applications are invited through Cornell University's career platform; specific steps are provided on the official job posting.