WIPO Global Innovation Index Fellowship 2027 in Geneva, Switzerland
Brief Description
The 2027 WIPO Global Innovation Index Fellowship offers an exceptional pathway for qualified professionals to gain high-level international research experience at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in Geneva, Switzerland. Hosted within the Department for Economics and Data Analytics (DEDA), this prestigious position places you at the forefront of tracking global innovation trends, analyzing datasets for the flagship Global Innovation Index (GII), and developing cutting-edge innovation policy indicators. If you hold an advanced university degree and want to shape international innovation metrics and strategies that empower member states, this fully supported fellowship gives you the platform to make a global impact.Name of Host Institution
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
- Advanced university degree (master’s level) in economics, statistics, data science, or a related field.
- Relevant experience in economics or similar disciplines, with strong proficiency in data ingestion, database handling of large data sets, and indicator development.
- Excellent written and spoken knowledge of English.
- Background or interest in innovation studies and policy (desirable).
- Knowledge of other official United Nations languages (an advantage).
Key Responsibilities
- Collecting, analyzing, auditing, and processing innovation-related data while ensuring rigorous data quality, including assessing new data sources for the GII iLens Innovation Lab.
- Developing and delivering the Global Innovation Tracker while updating existing metrics and incorporating novel indicators.
- Providing substantive input into the development of the annual GII report, including analyzing country performance based on innovation metrics.
- Managing day-to-day project tasks for the GII, such as correspondence management, digital content creation for social media and the WIPO website, and report finalization.
- Supporting dissemination activities through data visualizations and drafting briefing documents or talking points.
Location
Geneva, SwitzerlandSalary
Monthly stipend ranging from 3,300 CHF up to a maximum of 6,000 CHF, determined by your level of qualifications and experience.Duration
Up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension one or more times, provided the maximum cumulative length does not exceed three years.Additional Benefits
WIPO contributes toward the cost of your travel on engagement and separation from service, provides assistance in obtaining an entry visa to Switzerland if necessary, contributes toward medical insurance, and supplies full accident insurance coverage during the fellowship.Deadline
October 30, 2026
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