The Digital Technology for Democracy Lab at the University of Virginia (UVA) is inviting applications for its 2026 Postdoctoral Fellowship. This prestigious two-year fellowship offers scholars the chance to pursue advanced research at the intersection of technology, democracy, and governance, within a globally recognized academic environment.
About the Institution
Located at the University of Virginia School of Data Science and the Center for Democracy & Technology, the Digital Technology for Democracy Lab is dedicated to exploring how digital innovation shapes democratic processes and public accountability. The fellowship provides an ideal setting for interdisciplinary collaboration between data scientists, legal scholars, and policy researchers.
Fellowship Details
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Duration: 2 years, beginning August 2026, with the possibility of renewal.
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Funding: Annual salary of $65,000 plus $5,000 per year in research funding.
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Location: University of Virginia, Charlottesville, USA.
Eligibility and Focus Areas
The position is open to scholars with research interests in:
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Digital governance and technology policy.
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Democracy, human rights, and emerging technologies.
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Data science applications in public policy and social impact.
Applicants should demonstrate strong research credentials and an ability to contribute to interdisciplinary academic initiatives.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can reach out to Laurent Dubois, Academic Director at the Karsh Institute, via email at lmd8s@virginia.edu for more details on the application process.
Application Deadline: 15 December 2025.
This fellowship offers a remarkable opportunity to advance academic research at the crossroads of technology and democratic governance in one of the world’s leading universities.
