Harvard Global Fellowship: Mittal Institute India Postdoctoral Program

Position Overview
The Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute – Harvard Global Research Support Centre India is offering the Mittal Institute India Fellowship (MIIF) for two postdoctoral scholars in India. This is a unique opportunity for those interested in research-focused business faculty jobs, business school jobs, or roles that support public benefit and academic leadership in India. Fellows will have access to Harvard’s resources and mentorship to advance independent research while contributing to India’s public good.

Who Should Apply
Applications are invited from all disciplines, including science, business administration, medicine, law, economics, cultural studies, education, public health, political science, and more. The fellowship especially welcomes applicants whose research will further business administration faculty jobs or strengthen scholarship in Indian business schools. All applicants must show how their work can benefit India’s public or academic sector.

Fellowship Details

• Location: Mittal Institute India office, New Delhi
• Duration: One year, starting January 2026
• Stipend: INR 1,00,000 per month (covers living costs, medical allowance, books, research materials)
• Travel: Economy round-trip fare for scholars relocating to New Delhi
• Mentorship: Harvard faculty mentorship (remote)
• Activities: Engage in seminars, review grants, host events, and interact with Harvard affiliates in India
• Research Focus: Projects may address India-centric topics or cross-country issues linked to India. The research should help advance academic excellence in India, with priority given to candidates who have not previously accessed Harvard’s resources and who have mainly studied at Indian institutions.

Eligibility Criteria

• Recent postdoctoral scholars who completed their PhD between March 1, 2020, and March 31, 2025
• Open to all fields relevant to business school faculty jobs and related disciplines
• Strong preference for applicants primarily educated in India
• Fellows must live in New Delhi or nearby for the fellowship year
• Cannot hold another fellowship during the term

Application Requirements
All applications must be submitted via ARIeS and include:

• A two-to-three-page research plan (double-spaced, 1” margins, Times New Roman 12pt) covering:
  • Project title and abstract
  • Research questions
  • Methodology
  • Expected outcomes
• An updated CV with academic degrees, research, and publications
• One writing sample (max 10 pages, double-spaced)
• Scan of PhD diploma
• Two letters of recommendation (at least one from an academic reference familiar with your work; upload directly to ARIeS)

Deadline and Submission Details

• Application deadline: Sunday, July 13, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST
• Submission platform: ARIeS
• Important: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not contact Harvard faculty directly about this opportunity.

Reference Letters

• ARIeS will notify your referees automatically
• If needed, letters can be sent to mittalinstitutedelhi@fas.harvard.edu (subject line: Mittal Institute India Fellowship Recommendation + applicant name)

Contact for Questions
Email: mittalinstitutedelhi@fas.harvard.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement
Harvard is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, or any other protected status.

Important Note
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