Postdoctoral Associate in African American and African Diaspora Literary Studies

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and/

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University invites applications for the Cheryl A. Wall Postdoctoral Associate in African American and African Diaspora Literary Studies in the English Department.

The fellowship features a possible renewal for a second year, an annual salary of $60,000, and health benefits, with responsibilities including teaching one course per academic year and mentoring graduate students. We welcome scholars pursuing research in African American literature and related fields, including black feminist

Qualifications

• PhD or doctoral degree in hand by July 1, 2026.
• Be no more than six years beyond the Ph.D.

Responsibilities

• Teach one course per academic year.
• Mentor graduate students in the field.
• Engage in the intellectual life of the department.

Skills

African American lit

Education

PhD or Doctoral degree in relevant field

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Postdoctoral Associate in African American and African Diaspora Literary Studies Department English

Salary Details

$60,000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary

The Department of English at Rutgers University, which has a long history of scholarship and teaching in African American Literature and Literature of the African Diaspora, invites applications for the Cheryl A. Wall Postdoctoral Associate in African American and African Diaspora Literary Studies. We welcome applications from scholars pursuing research in these fields, broadly, and are especially interested in scholars engaged in black feminist critical approaches to literary and cultural study. Scholarship and teaching intersecting with African American poetics, black ecologies, performance studies, sound studies, black queer studies, or the black radical tradition are also especially welcome.

The Postdoctoral Associate fellowship position has the possibility of renewal for a second year and includes an annual salary of $60,000 and health benefits.

The recipients will each teach one course per academic year, serve as informal mentors to graduate students in the field, and participate in the intellectual life of the department.

Applications must be submitted by April 17, 2026. Interested parties may direct inquiries to Professor Carter Mathes at: [e-mail].

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0298 Posting Open Date Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Applicants must have the doctorate in hand by July 1st, 2026, and be no more than six years beyond the Ph.D.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/271843

Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)
• Research Statement

Optional Documents