The Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program is a globally competitive fellowship program for early and mid-career researchers who have received their PhD within the past 10 years and whose work is dedicated to improving the learning and development of children and youth worldwide. The relevant disciplines include but are not limited to, education sciences, psychology, economics, sociology, behavioral science, computer science, pedagogy, linguistics, neurosciences, and the science of learning. Particularly encouraged to apply are scholars who seek to combine multiple levels of analysis and engage in interdisciplinary work. A special focus lies on work to increase the capacity to scale up effective education policies and practices.