Apply Now: Global Burden of Disease Fellowship Program

The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Fellowship offers an early-career, postdoctoral training program for researchers interested in health metrics. Hosted by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington, Seattle, the fellowship focuses on developing careers in health metrics through direct contribution to the GBD study. Applications for the September 2027 cohort are open until 21 December 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time. The GBD Fellowship is designed to cultivate expertise in health metrics by engaging fellows in the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study, the most comprehensive effort to measure health loss globally. The program involves extensive training in GBD methods, rotating across IHME’s research teams, and contributing to scientific publications. The fellowship aims to empower researchers to develop independent analytical skills and lead improvements in health metrics methodologies. Fellows receive an annual salary starting at $105,000 (USD) in the first year, increasing to $108,156 in the second year, and $112,488 in the third year if extended. The fellowship includes a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid leave, retirement plans, and other perks. Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121. Fellows will engage in activities such as data extraction and standardization, statistical modeling, publishing research, and presenting findings. They will also participate in training components like a Boot Camp, Journal Club, and short courses on health metrics topics. The GBD Fellowship provides a unique platform for researchers to advance their careers in health metrics by directly contributing to the influential GBD study. It equips fellows with the skills necessary to address global health challenges and prepares them for leadership roles in academia, research institutions, or policy-making bodies. Who can apply for the GBD Fellowship? Applicants with a PhD, MD, DPhil, or equivalent in relevant fields and strong quantitative skills are eligible. What is the duration of the fellowship? The fellowship lasts two years with an option for a third-year extension based on performance and funding. Is the fellowship remote? No, the fellowship is full-time and in-person in Seattle, Washington, USA. What is the salary for fellows? The starting salary is $105,000 (USD) in the first year, with increases in subsequent years. Are international applicants eligible? Yes, international applicants are welcome, and the University of Washington sponsors visas. Interested candidates should review the official GBD Fellowship page for complete guidelines and apply through the specified channels. Stay informed about updates by joining the GBD Fellowship mailing list.