James Madison Program Visiting Fellow

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University invites applications for Visiting Fellows for the academic year Sept 1, 2027 to June 1, 2028. Fellows spend nine months in residence at Princeton with access to Firestone Library and university facilities.

Candidates should hold a doctorate or equivalent degree and are welcome from all citizenship backgrounds. Fellows devote full-time research and may have teaching opportunities subject to enrollment and Dean's

Qualifications

• Must have a doctorate or equivalent degree.
• Visiting Fellows are encouraged to participate in seminars, colloquia and public lectures.

Responsibilities

• Devote full-time to proposed research while in residence.
• Attend faculty–student seminars, colloquia and public lectures.
• Participate in in-person program activities and events.

Education

Doctorate or equivalent degree

Job description

James Madison Program Visiting Fellow

Location: Princeton, NJ

Salary Range or Pay Grade: $85,000-$100,000

Description

The James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University is dedicated to the pursuit of scholarly excellence in the fields of constitutional law and political thought. Sponsored by Princeton's Department of Politics, the Program seeks to enrich the intellectual life of Princeton students and faculty by exploring American constitutional principles and structures through research and public discussion.

The Program invites college and university professors and other professionals with established records of scholarship to apply for appointments as Visiting Fellows for the academic year running from September 1, 2027 to June 1, 2028. One-semester appointments are possible but not preferred. Depending on the needs of the University, teaching opportunities may be available, subject to sufficient enrollment and approval of the Office of Dean of the Faculty.

All James Madison Program Visiting Fellows will spend an academic year (9-month term) in residence at Princeton University, or the local vicinity, to fulfill responsibilities relating to in-person participation. They enjoy access to Firestone Library and a wide range of other facilities and activities throughout the University.

Visiting Fellows are expected to devote full time to their proposed research. They are encouraged, however, to attend or participate in various activities of the Program, including faculty-student seminars, colloquia, and public lectures.

Qualifications

All James Madison Program Fellows must have a doctorate or equivalent degree. Positions are open to all regardless of citizenship.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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