Strategic Data Project (SDP) Data Fellowship

Funding: Annual salary of $75,000-$95,000, paid by the placement organization as a full-time employee, plus benefits. Who can apply: Must be legally authorized to work full-time for any U.S. employer without restriction for the full fellowship duration (Sept 2026-Aug 2028); other standard eligibility (master's+ or PhD, PK-12/higher-ed data analyst placement) consistent with program description. Length: 2 years (Fall 2026-Summer 2028 for Cohort 18). Two years of professional development, statistical/data-analysis training, mentorship, and a national fellow cohort network. Field: Education Research. Deadline: Cohort 18 Placed Fellow application is closed; Nominated Fellow partnership applications are reviewed on a rolling basis through May 4, 2026.