Harvard Pollman Fellowship in Real Estate and Urban Development 2027
Brief Description
The Harvard Pollman Fellowship in Real Estate and Urban Development 2027 is now open for applications. Established in 2002 through a gift from Harold A. Pollman, this one-year visiting scholarship allows outstanding postdoctoral researchers to join the Harvard University Graduate School of Design (GSD) in Cambridge, Massachusetts. If you hold a doctorate in real estate, urban planning, or related fields, this opportunity provides funding, research support, and teaching experience at one of the world’s leading design institutions. As a fellow, you will audit courses, collaborate with faculty, and contribute directly to the academic life of the GSD. This program is ideal for scholars seeking a dedicated Harvard Postdoctoral Fellowship Real Estate position or advanced research funding through premier Urban Planning Fellowships Harvard offers.Name of Host Institution
Harvard University Graduate School of DesignRequirements/Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an outstanding postdoctoral candidate who has either received a doctorate or submitted a dissertation for final degree awarding.
- Open to applicants in real estate and urban planning.
- Open to candidates in related fields, including economic development, political economy, and urban economics.
Benefits
The fellowship offers a minimum award of $55,000 alongside medical benefits to support living and research expenses. This financial support package is inclusive of a teaching salary for the required instructional component.Key Responsibilities
- Teach one assigned course at the Graduate School of Design.
- Publish at least one paper in a refereed journal based on your research.
- Participate actively in research workshops across the GSD.
- Deliver a academic presentation to the GSD community.
- Engage in and contribute to the broader intellectual life of the school.
Required Application Materials
Applicants must assemble their submission materials into a single document organized in the following order:- Cover Page: Full name, email address, current city of residence, doctoral dissertation submission date, doctorate conferral date (or anticipated date), and the name and location of the awarding university.
- Course Proposal: A short proposal (300 words maximum) describing the course you would like to teach.
- Research Statement: A statement (1,000 words maximum) detailing current and proposed research, highlighting its relevance, feasibility, innovation, potential impact, and contribution to your academic growth.
- Resume: A full resume detailing educational and professional experience in urban planning, real estate, economic development, political economy, or urban economics.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted via email to upd@gsd.harvard.edu by Thursday, February 18, 2027, at 11:59 PM (ET).📌 Read More
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