J-PAL/CLEAR South Asia has invited applications for the Research for Impact Fellowship 2023. The aim of the fellowship is to equip development researchers in India with the theoretical knowledge & practical skills to design and implement randomized evaluations. It is an opportunity for Indian PhD scholars to gain a deeper understanding of impact evaluations & generate policy relevant evidence.
About the Research for Impact Fellowship
Step 1: Apply to the Research for Impact Fellowship (From Jan to April 2023)
Step 2: Take the MITx MicroMasters course on Randomized Evaluations (From May to Nov 2023)
Step 3: Support an ongoing J-PAL project and attend an in-person training from experienced J-PAL staff
Eligibility
- Pursuing PhD in Economics, Public Health, Public Policy, or related discipline.
- Registered in an Indian University.
Why Apply?
- Get taught by world renowned faculty with vast experience in randomized evaluations
- Learn best practices in large scale primary data collection from experienced J-PAL staff
- Get firsthand experience working on randomized studies aiming to address the challenge of global poverty
How to Apply?
Apply by filling the Application Form before the deadline.
In case of query regarding:
- The Fellowship or application, contact to rfi@povertyactionlab.org.
- The MITx MicroMasters course, contact to micromasters-support@mit.edu with the subject line ‘Research for Impact Fellowship’ and CC rfi@povertyactionlab.org.
