Global catastrophic risks (GCRs) are events or situations that pose a risk of major harm on a global scale, with the potential to impact millions or even billions of people.

Pivotal is committed to addressing global catastrophic risks, which we consider to be among the most important and neglected global challenges. We believe that building a strong field of researchers, policymakers, and academics who are dedicated to reducing these risks is crucial. Our primary focus at the moment is on delivering a high-quality research fellowship to cultivate talent in the global catastrophic risk field. In the future, we may explore opportunities to create year-round research opportunities.

Fellows typically work on research papers ranging from 10-20 pages. However, alternative formats such as blog posts, forum posts, or audiovisual work are also welcome. Our main priority is ensuring a valuable learning process and giving you the opportunity to test your fit for this type of work.

While most fellows work on individual research projects with mentor support, we are open to collaborative work on certain topics. After acceptance, we'll work together to determine the optimal arrangement of fellows, research projects, and potential teammates.

While obtaining a visa is each fellow's responsibility, we provide an information sheet on visa requirements for the Research Fellowship (accuracy and completeness not guaranteed). We may be able to offer assistance during the process, depending on the circumstances.

We’re always excited about hearing from people who want to work with us in some form. You can find more options to connect with us on our About page under the section “Work With Us.”