Harwood Research Fellowship at AIER, USA (Sep 2025)

About the Fellowship

The Harwood Visiting Research Fellowship at the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) offers a unique opportunity for scholars to engage in independent research rooted in classical liberalism, economic freedom, and individual liberty. Designed for mid-career and senior researchers, the fellowship supports interdisciplinary projects that align with AIER’s mission of fostering thought leadership in economics, political philosophy, history, and related fields. Fellows work in residence at AIER’s tranquil campus in the Berkshires, gaining access to robust library resources, peer engagement, and publishing platforms. The Harwood Fellowship supports both in-depth academic inquiry and practical policy thinking, promoting rigorous, independent scholarship with potential impact at national and global levels.

Fellowship / Details

Position Title: Harwood Visiting Research Fellowship
Host Institution: American Institute for Economic Research (AIER)
Administering Body / Funding Agency: American Institute for Economic Research
Location: Great Barrington, Massachusetts, United States
Research Field(s): Economics, Political Economy, Philosophy, History, Public Policy
Fellowship Type: Visiting Research Fellowship (Residential)
Level: Mid-career / Senior-level
Fellowship Duration: 10–12 weeks
Expected Start Date: Autumn 2025 (flexible within the term)
Working Hours: As per institutional norms
Funding/Compensation: US $350 weekly stipend, on-campus accommodation, weekday lunch, and partial travel assistance
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD in a relevant field (Economics, Political Economy, History, Philosophy, Public Policy, or related disciplines)

Supported Research Fields / Areas

Classical Liberal Political Economy
History of Economic Thought
Public Policy and Governance
Moral and Political Philosophy
Economic History
Constitutional Design and Freedom Studies

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD completed in a relevant discipline
Open to researchers of any nationality
Demonstrated academic or policy research experience aligned with AIER’s mission

Preferred Qualifications:

Established publication record
Experience in interdisciplinary research
Engagement with public scholarship or outreach
Prior teaching or mentorship experience is a plus

Not Eligible:

Undergraduate or Master’s-level students
Early-stage PhD candidates

Fellowship/Job Benefits

Monthly stipend: $350 per week for 10–12 weeks
Accommodation: Private on-campus housing provided
Meals: Weekday lunch included
Travel allowance: Partial travel cost support available
Institutional support: Library access, meeting space, and research support
Professional development: Opportunities to present research, engage with AIER staff, and publish in-house

Key Responsibilities

Conduct original research aligned with AIER’s intellectual mission
Engage with AIER fellows, researchers, and interns through seminars and informal discussions
Present work in progress at least once during residency
Contribute to AIER’s publishing platforms (optional)
Collaborate or mentor junior scholars where applicable