Anschutz Fellow - American Studies (In Residence)

H-Net; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Library access

Public lecture opportunity

Job summary

Princeton University seeks an Anschutz Distinguished Fellow in American Studies for 2027-2028 to teach one interdisciplinary undergraduate seminar and engage with campus intellectual life. Fellows will conduct weekly office hours, deliver a public lecture, and participate in a range of events while being in residence on campus or nearby.

The appointment emphasizes teaching ability, rigorous work, and interdisciplinary approaches, with a stipend determined by seniority and affiliation.

Qualifications

• Teaching ability demonstrated for undergraduate seminars.
• Interdisciplinary emphasis across humanities and social sciences.
• Ability to engage with campus events and intellectual life.

Responsibilities

• Teach one interdisciplinary undergraduate seminar (3 credits) for American Studies.
• Hold weekly office hours with enrolled students.
• Contribute to the intellectual life of the Effron Center and participate in campus events.
• Deliver one public lecture during the appointment.
• Be in residence on campus or in nearby vicinity as required.

Skills

Teaching ability

Interdisciplinary emphasis

Public speaking

Job description

Princeton University - Anschutz Distinguished Fellow in American Studies for 2027-2028

The Effron Center for the Study of America at Princeton University works to fulfill Princeton’s institutional vision — in the nation’s service and the service of humanity — by offering curricula, supporting research and hosting discussion on the evolving experiences and identities of the peoples of the territories known as America. By exploring and relating issues raised separately by the humanities, arts, and social and natural sciences, and by engaging with a wide range of scholarly methods and theories, we aim to create a generative space for new understandings of — and approaches to — issues that profoundly affect contemporary lives and will profoundly affect future generations.

The Anschutz Distinguished Fellowship, created through an endowment by the Anschutz family, will be awarded in the academic year 2027-28 to one or more distinguished writers, critics, journalists, musicians, artists, or other contributors to the arts, letters, public service, or commerce. Candidates need not be academic scholars. However, the selection committee will place great weight on indications of the candidate's teaching ability as well as the rigor, innovation, and interdisciplinary emphasis of the proposed seminar course.

The appointment period will be for either the Fall 2027 or Spring 2028 semester. The Anschutz Fellow(s) will teach one interdisciplinary, three credit-hour, undergraduate seminar course for the Program in American Studies with an enrollment cap of 15 students. In addition to teaching and holding weekly office hours to meet with enrolled students, the Fellow(s) will be expected to contribute to the intellectual life of the Effron Center for the Study of America, including participation in a wide range of events and activities on campus. The work location is in person on campus, and we expect the Fellow(s) to be in residence in Princeton or in the local vicinity, or demonstrate to the Chair’s satisfaction the ability to be on campus at least two to three days per week and on short notice, in order to fulfill all responsibilities. The Fellow(s) will also deliver one public lecture to the University. The Fellow(s) will enjoy full access to Princeton University libraries, a computer-equipped shared campus office during the appointment period, and access to various University facilities. Stipend and appointment will be determined on the basis of seniority and current institutional affiliation.

To apply, please visithttps://apply.interfolio.com/192794and submit the following materials by no later than 11:59pm EST on November 15, 2026: a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample, a preliminary syllabus, and a short statement describing your proposed seminar and public lecture, and contact information for three references. A short list of finalists may be asked to submit further materials later.

This position may be subject to the University's background check policy.

For additional information, please visit effroncenter.princeton.edu or call [phone].

Expected Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see https://hr.princeton.edu/benefits-overview-prospective-candidates for more information.

Contact Information

For additional information, please visit effroncenter.princeton.edu or call [phone].

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