About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
Part-Time, Non-Resident Fellowship Opportunity
The Nuclear Ethics and Security Fellowship is structured as a part-time, non-resident position, allowing the selected fellow to conduct research and contribute to policy discussions from their home institution or location.
Over the course of 12 months, the fellow will be expected to:
Produce publications and policy papers
Engage with policymakers and security experts
Organise and participate in convenings and discussions
Support educational initiatives and leadership development
Contribute to public discourse on nuclear ethics and security
The fellowship is designed to create meaningful dialogue between researchers, practitioners and emerging leaders working in international affairs.
Carnegie Council and Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation Nuclear Ethics and Security Fellowship: Ideal Candidates and Research Expertise
The Carnegie Council is seeking applicants with expertise in areas related to international security, ethics, public policy, international relations or strategic studies.
Competitive candidates are likely to demonstrate:
Strong research and analytical capabilities
Experience in policy engagement or public scholarship
Knowledge of nuclear security issues
Interest in ethical approaches to international affairs
Ability to communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences
The fellowship provides an opportunity for scholars and practitioners to influence important debates surrounding global security and nuclear governance.
Scholarship Application Guide
Supporting Policy Engagement and Public Education
In addition to conducting research, the successful fellow will play an active role in public education and policy outreach.
The programme emphasises:
Evidence-based policy recommendations
Cross-sector dialogue and collaboration
Leadership development among emerging professionals
Increased public awareness of nuclear risks
Ethical reflection on security decision-making
By combining research, engagement and education, the fellowship seeks to strengthen understanding of the challenges posed by modern nuclear realities.
Application Process and Deadline
Interested applicants must submit a research proposal outlining their intended project and its relevance to nuclear ethics and security.
Key application details include:
Fellowship: Nuclear Ethics and Security Fellowship
Organisations: Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs and Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation
Format: Part-time, non-resident
Duration: 12 months
Application requirement: Research proposal
Deadline: 11:59 p.m. ET, Sunday, 12 July 2026
Applicants are encouraged to develop proposals that address pressing questions surrounding nuclear deterrence, ethics and international security.
Carnegie Council and Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation Nuclear Ethics and Security Fellowship : Call for Action
The launch of the Nuclear Ethics and Security Fellowship reflects growing recognition of the need for ethical leadership and informed public dialogue in addressing nuclear risks.
By supporting innovative research and policy engagement, the Carnegie Council and the Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation aim to foster new perspectives on nuclear security while contributing to global efforts to reduce the risks associated with an increasingly complex international landscape.
The fellowship offers a unique opportunity for researchers and practitioners to help shape discussions on one of the most consequential issues facing the world today.
How to apply