Princeton, New Jersey, United States · On-site
Description Position Summary The Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) is seeking a 2026–27 Civic Science Fellow to advance understanding of the social, democratic, and scientific implications of artificial intelligence. Th…
Skills: Scholarly Research, Policy Analysis, Academic Writing, AI Governance, Editing
Princeton, New Jersey, United States • On-site
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The Fellow will conduct original research on the social and democratic implications of AI and contribute to policy analysis and scholarly publications. They will also support multidisciplinary initiatives and develop public-facing content to advance the Lab's research agenda.
A Ph.D. in social sciences, sciences, or humanities is required, along with a strong record of publication on the social implications of science and technology. Candidates must possess exceptional writing skills and the ability to translate complex ideas for diverse audiences.
Description
The Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) is seeking a 2026–27 Civic Science Fellow to advance understanding of the social, democratic, and scientific implications of artificial intelligence. The full-time, 18-month position is based in the Science, Technology, and Social Values Lab, led by Harold F. Linder Professor of Social Science Alondra Nelson. Working closely with Professor Nelson and Lab members, the Fellow will contribute to research and policy analysis, and to scholarly and public-facing publications, and support multidisciplinary, multisector initiatives at the intersection of AI, science, and governance.
Requirements
The Institute for Advanced Study retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position at any time.
To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
The anticipated pay for this position is $7,277.77 per month. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; flexible spending accounts; paid holidays; NJ Paid Sick Leave accrual; tuition assistance; retirement plans; and an employee assistance program.
For consideration, please provide a cover letter with your resume.
Since its founding in 1930, the Institute for Advanced Study has served as a model for protecting and promoting independent inquiry, prompting the establishment of similar institutes around the world, and underscoring the importance of academic freedom worldwide. Current philanthropic support and a reliable stream of endowment-generated revenue allow its permanent Faculty and visiting researchers (known as Members) to freely determine the course of their study. The Institute’s mission and culture have produced an exceptional record of achievement. Among its present and past Faculty and Members are 37 Nobel Laureates, 46 of the 64 Fields Medalists, and 25 of the 29 Abel Prize Laureates, as well as many MacArthur Fellows and Wolf Prize winners.
The IAS is one of the world's leading centers for theoretical research and intellectual inquiry.
The Institute for Advanced Study is a leading center for theoretical research and discovery dedicated to advancing the frontiers of knowledge across the sciences and humanities. Each year, 250 of the world’s most promising post-doctoral researchers and scholars are welcomed as Members to a campus dedicated to collaboration, excellence, and independent inquiry. They are mentored by a permanent Faculty, each of whom are preeminent leaders in their fields. Among present and past Faculty and Members are Albert Einstein, Erwin Panofsky, J. Robert Oppenheimer, numerous Nobel Laureates, Fields Medalists, Abel Prize Laureates, MacArthur and Guggenheim fellows, and winners of the Wolf, Holberg, Kluge, and Pulitzer Prizes.
Offices: 1 Einstein Drive, Princeton, New Jersey 08540, US
The IAS is one of the world's leading centers for theoretical research and intellectual inquiry.
The Institute for Advanced Study is a leading center for theoretical research and discovery dedicated to advancing the frontiers of knowledge across the sciences and humanities. Each year, 250 of the world’s most promising post-doctoral researchers and scholars are welcomed as Members to a campus dedicated to collaboration, excellence, and independent inquiry. They are mentored by a permanent Faculty, each of whom are preeminent leaders in their fields. Among present and past Faculty and Members are Albert Einstein, Erwin Panofsky, J. Robert Oppenheimer, numerous Nobel Laureates, Fields Medalists, Abel Prize Laureates, MacArthur and Guggenheim fellows, and winners of the Wolf, Holberg, Kluge, and Pulitzer Prizes.
Offices: 1 Einstein Drive, Princeton, New Jersey 08540, US
