Global Innovation Index (GII) WIPO 2026 Scholarship Programme in Geneva

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WIPO is recruiting a fellow to contribute to the work of the Global Innovation Index (GII), within the Composite Indicator Research Section of the Department for Economics and Data Analytics. The position is based in Geneva, Switzerland, under the supervision of a senior economist.

Overview of the Global Innovation Index Fellowship

The World Intellectual Property Organization (OMPI/WIPO) is launching a call for applications for the Global Innovation Index (GII) Fellowship, a global benchmark for tracking innovation performance. Based in Geneva, this programme offers researchers and analysts a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative indicators and the improvement of innovation ecosystems.

Objectives of the Global Innovation Index Fellowship

• Collect and analyse data related to innovation.
• Develop new indicators for the Global Innovation Tracker.
• Contribute to the annual GII report and the analysis of countries’ performance.
• Support day-to-day project management and dissemination activities (visualisations, web content, social media).

Responsibilities of the Global Innovation Index Fellow

• Collect, analyse, verify and process innovation data, ensuring its quality and assessing new sources for the GII iLens Innovation Lab.
• Contribute to the Global Innovation Tracker, update its indicators and develop new measures.
• Contribute to the annual GII report, particularly the analysis of countries’ performance.
• Support day-to-day project management: correspondence, social media and website content, and finalisation of report components.
• Produce data visualisations, briefing notes and talking points to disseminate findings.

Candidate Profile for the Global Innovation Index Fellowship

• Master’s degree in economics, statistics, data science or a related field.
• Relevant experience in economics or a similar field, with practical experience in processing large datasets and developing indicators.
• Proficiency in statistical or econometric analysis tools, particularly R and/or Python.
• Demonstrated ability to use GitHub and data storage tools, particularly AWS and MySQL.
• Experience with large international datasets and/or composite indicators, as well as dashboards and data visualisation.
• Experience in producing web and social media content, and knowledge or experience in applied economics and/or the economics of innovation.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, strong writing skills and the ability to explain technical findings to non-specialist audiences.

An interest or training in innovation studies and policy, as well as knowledge of another official United Nations language, would be an advantage.

Duration and Financial Terms of the Global Innovation Index Fellowship

The advertised contract is for 12 months. One or more extensions are possible, up to a maximum total duration of three years. The anticipated start date is 4 janvier 2027.

• Monthly allowance ranging between 3 300 and 6 000 CHF, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Contribution towards travel costs at the beginning and end of the fellowship.
• Contribution towards medical insurance and accident cover during the fellowship.
• Possible assistance with obtaining an entry visa for Switzerland, if required.

WIPO will apply for a legitimation card serving as a residence and work permit for the fellow. Family members are not eligible for this card. The fellow remains responsible for their tax and social security obligations.

Deadline

Applications must be submitted no later than 30 octobre 2026 à 22 h 59 for the Global Innovation Index (GII) Fellowship Programme 2026; click on the buttons below:

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