AI and the Workforce
For Faculty
There is significant debate about the effect the adoption of artificial intelligence will have on work. However, more long-term research and data on this question is needed. This request for proposals aims to fill that gap.
IHS invites applications from academic scholars whose research pertains to how AI influences employment, productivity, occupational change, economic opportunity, and innovation over time. We are especially interested in proposals that bridge disciplines. Research deliverables can include peer-reviewed publications, policy white papers, or shareable research databases.
Awarded scholars may receive up to $20,000. Larger awards may be considered for exceptional projects.
Eligibility & Application Criteria
Eligible
Travel and Research Activities: travel for conference presentations and archival research; research collaboration such as hiring a research assistant.
Data and Research Materials: purchase of datasets; LLM subscriptions for specialized research sources.
Publishing and Dissemination: journal submission fees; book publication expenses such as copyediting or indexing; preparation of research manuscripts.
Ineligible
Living expenses, hardware purchases, retroactive expenses, conference travel without a scheduled presentation, and institutional overhead or indirect costs. If you are unsure whether a specific expense qualifies, please refer to our Funding FAQ or contact us for clarification.
Timeline
The application deadline is December 15, 2026.
Decisions will be announced on January 15, 2027.