Postdoctoral Fellow, Black Humanities & Africana Studies

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University is offering a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Africana Studies, targeting early-career scholars with expertise in African American public history and related fields. The fellow will teach specialized courses and shape the future direction of Africana Studies and Museum Studies programs. This 10-month non-tenure track appointment in Indianapolis includes a competitive salary of $60,000 and opportunities for professional development.

The role involves collaboration with cultural institutions in Indiana and the Midwest. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. by the start date and demonstrate a strong scholarly agenda.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. must be completed by the start date.
• Ability to contribute to BHIM’s research labs.
• Strong research agenda toward completing a book manuscript.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per academic year in relevant fields.
• Contribute to BHIM’s interdisciplinary labs.
• Participate in programs and community-engaged events.
• Reside at the IU Indianapolis campus during the fellowship period.

Skills

Expertise in African American/Africana public history

Art history in the Black diaspora

Knowledge of museums and cultural institutions

Education

Ph.D. in Africana Studies or affiliated disciplines

Job description

Indiana University is offering a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Africana Studies, targeting early-career scholars with expertise in African American public history and related fields. The fellow will teach specialized courses and shape the future direction of Africana Studies and Museum Studies programs. This 10-month non-tenure track appointment in Indianapolis includes a competitive salary of $60,000 and opportunities for professional development.

The role involves collaboration with cultural institutions in Indiana and the Midwest. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. by the start date and demonstrate a strong scholarly agenda.