Harvard University
Accelerating the EV Transition Postdoctoral Fellow
Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
Accelerating the EV Transition Postdoctoral Fellow
Application Deadline: January 31, 2026. Candidates with other professional deadlines that require expedited review should include this information in their dossiers.
Position Title: Accelerating the EV Transition Postdoctoral Fellow
Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard University
Department: Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability
The Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard University, in conjunction with the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences, is pleased to announce that it is seeking applications from highly qualified candidates who are interested in working on the economics and policy of decarbonizing surface transportation as a postdoctoral fellow. The ideal candidate will have research experience in the economics of the auto market, especially electric vehicles.
Position will be supervised by Professor James Stock and Dr. Elaine Buckberg, and housed in the multidisciplinary Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard University. The position is part of a program at the Institute on Expediting the EV Transition. It offers a competitive salary and Harvard University benefits. Hiring will be for one year with potential extension for a second year.
Responsibilities The Postdoctoral Fellow will work closely with the project director and collaborators to conduct rigorous, high-quality public policy and economics research on EVs and EV charging. Fellows will participate in research for the project and will also have time for independent, complementary research. Fellows will be involved in all stages of the research. Responsibilities include conceptualizing and conducting statistical/econometric analyses, developing conceptual models, programming following best practices for reproducible research, summarizing and presenting findings, and co-authoring manuscripts.
Compensation Salary: $85,000. The candidate will also receive a $3,000 research allowance, and, if needed, a $2,500 relocation allowance. This position will be eligible for Harvard University’s subsidized, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
Basic Qualifications
PhD in economics, public policy or a related field by July 1, 2026
Strong background in environmental economics and economics of transportation
Strong skills in programming, econometrics and/or statistics
Enthusiasm for policy-relevant work on the energy transition
Excellent academic record
Prior experience with robust independent research
Ability to work both independently and in teams
We especially encourage applications from backgrounds under-represented in economics.
How to Apply Candidates must submit a dossier that includes a curriculum vitae, three references, a research statement, and an original research paper. Please submit the dossier via ARIeS. Applicants should contact Dr. Elaine Buckberg with any questions.
NOTE: The ARIeS application system will only send reference letter requests via email after the application has been officially submitted. Please be in touch with your recommenders in advance so that they can quickly upload their letters after they receive the link. Recommenders will have extra time after the deadline (February 6, 2026) to submit letters.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.
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Position Title: Accelerating the EV Transition Postdoctoral Fellow
Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard University
Department: Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability
The Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard University, in conjunction with the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences, is pleased to announce that it is seeking applications from highly qualified candidates who are interested in working on the economics and policy of decarbonizing surface transportation as a postdoctoral fellow. The ideal candidate will have research experience in the economics of the auto market, especially electric vehicles.
Position will be supervised by Professor James Stock and Dr. Elaine Buckberg, and housed in the multidisciplinary Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard University. The position is part of a program at the Institute on Expediting the EV Transition. It offers a competitive salary and Harvard University benefits. Hiring will be for one year with potential extension for a second year.
Responsibilities The Postdoctoral Fellow will work closely with the project director and collaborators to conduct rigorous, high-quality public policy and economics research on EVs and EV charging. Fellows will participate in research for the project and will also have time for independent, complementary research. Fellows will be involved in all stages of the research. Responsibilities include conceptualizing and conducting statistical/econometric analyses, developing conceptual models, programming following best practices for reproducible research, summarizing and presenting findings, and co-authoring manuscripts.
Compensation Salary: $85,000. The candidate will also receive a $3,000 research allowance, and, if needed, a $2,500 relocation allowance. This position will be eligible for Harvard University’s subsidized, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
Basic Qualifications
PhD in economics, public policy or a related field by July 1, 2026
Strong background in environmental economics and economics of transportation
Strong skills in programming, econometrics and/or statistics
Enthusiasm for policy-relevant work on the energy transition
Excellent academic record
Prior experience with robust independent research
Ability to work both independently and in teams
We especially encourage applications from backgrounds under-represented in economics.
How to Apply Candidates must submit a dossier that includes a curriculum vitae, three references, a research statement, and an original research paper. Please submit the dossier via ARIeS. Applicants should contact Dr. Elaine Buckberg with any questions.
NOTE: The ARIeS application system will only send reference letter requests via email after the application has been officially submitted. Please be in touch with your recommenders in advance so that they can quickly upload their letters after they receive the link. Recommenders will have extra time after the deadline (February 6, 2026) to submit letters.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.
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