About the Center for Education and Policy Studies

The Center for Education and Policy Studies (PSPK) consistently advocates for child-centered education policies grounded in research and data. As part of its commitment to producing high-quality and impactful research, PSPK is once again organizing the Research Fellowship Programme.

About the Fellowship

This year, PSPK is seeking Indonesian research talents (emerging researchers) to engage in a series of research and policy advocacy activities related to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. As AI continues to play a growing role in teaching and learning, systematic studies of policies and practices surrounding AI use in educational settings are needed. The findings will serve as the basis for developing relevant policy recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Map the substance of policies and guidelines on the use of AI in teaching and learning
• Develop primary data collection instruments
• Participate in research data analysis processes
• Support the preparation of research reports and policy recommendations based on findings
• Support coordination with partner organizations
• Support dissemination of research findings, as well as capacity-building and policy advocacy activities
• Produce one policy brief aligned with the study area, to be published by PSPK

Eligibility Criteria

• Graduate students or at minimum bachelor’s degree holders in education, psychology, social sciences, public policy, or other relevant fields
• Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in education research and policy advocacy

Additional qualifications (preferred):

• Experience and research portfolio using qualitative methods related to AI, education policy, and/or learning
• Experience in qualitative data analysis using relevant software tools

Benefits

• Competitive incentive
• Direct involvement in PSPK projects
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful education research

Duration

Research Fellows will be engaged in research and advocacy activities through July 2026.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit:

• A cover letter (maximum 300 words) in Indonesian or English
• A Curriculum Vitae including educational background, relevant research experience, and a research portfolio from the past five years
• An essay in Indonesian or English on one of the following themes: (a) learning and assessment; (b) the role of technology in learning; and/or (c) AI policy (500–1,000 words, excluding references)
• One published journal article or policy brief as first author in Indonesian or English (optional)

Selection Timeline

Programme Information Session
9 February 2026 | 08:30–09:30 WIB (online)

Registration:
https://forms.gle/KAdcZaKMYJMw19me7

Application Deadline:
12 February 2026 | 11:59 PM WIB

Submission:
https://forms.gle/EfQVYczKUZ9bq4Wx8

Only applicants who meet the qualifications will be processed.