GBD Fellowship Program: The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Fellowship is an early-career training program aimed at individuals with a doctorate degree (PhD, MD, DPhil, or MBBS) who are interested in interdisciplinary research in health metrics. This competitive fellowship offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with experts at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) in Seattle, providing both academic and practical experience in health metrics research.
Designation
GBD Fellow
| Research Area | Health Metrics, Quantitative Methods, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Policy, Economics, and more. |
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| Location | Seattle, Washington, USA |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Must possess a PhD, MD, DPhil, or MBBS; strong foundation in quantitative methods; research experience, especially in data analysis and statistical methods. |
Job Description
The GBD Fellowship is a two-year global program with a potential third-year extension, focusing on developing advanced skills in health metrics research. The first year emphasizes training in GBD methods, tools, and data through coursework and experiential learning, while the second year prepares fellows for academic positions. Fellows will work collaboratively within research teams, gain mentorship from senior faculty, teach workshops, and develop instructional experience.
Key Components:
- Orientation: Intensive 2-3 week training camp.
- Seminars: Monthly discussions on current health metrics research articles.
- Training: Short courses on GBD methods, data analysis, and software coding.
- Mentorship: Guidance from IHME faculty for personal and professional development.
Fellowship Benefits
- Competitive salary: Year one – $105,000, Year two – $108,156, Year three – $112,488.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, vacation, retirement plans, and more.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the University of Washington job portal. Interested candidates should prepare a complete application for the Spring 2026 cohort.
Last Date to Apply
August 18, 2025
For updates and information about the GBD Fellowship, prospective applicants are encouraged to sign up for the GBD Fellowship listserv or contact gbdfellowship@uw.edu.
