Postdoctoral Research Associate in Native American and Indigenous Studies

Laplace Apply; Princeton (NJ); Sur place; USD 68 000 - 83 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Princeton University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Native American and Indigenous Studies, based in Princeton, NJ. The appointment combines time for independent research with participation in the centre's scholarly community; teaching one introductory course per semester may be possible pending enrolment and Dean of Faculty approval.

A campus office and research-library access are provided.

Qualifications

• PhD required with demonstrated scholarship in Indigenous studies.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Ability to contribute to a scholarly community.

Responsabilités

• Conduct independent research in Native American and Indigenous studies.
• Participate in center activities and scholarly community.
• Possibly teach one introductory course per semester if approved.

Connaissances

Indigenous studies research

Academic writing

Teaching preparation

Formation

PhD

Description du poste

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Native American and Indigenous Studies

United States

Apply by 15 Nov 2026

About This Opportunity

Princeton University offers Postdoctoral Research Associate in Native American and Indigenous Studies in Princeton, focused on native american and indigenous studies in the humanities and social sciences.

The Effron Center for the Study of America at Princeton University seeks a postdoctoral research associate working in Native American and Indigenous studies. The appointment combines time for research with participation in the centre's scholarly community. Work may involve pursuing a dissertation-to-book or another independent scholarly project and, if sufficient enrolment and Dean of Faculty approval are obtained, teaching one introductory course per semester. A campus office and research-library access are advertised for the appointee. A completed PhD is required. The position welcomes relevant work across humanities, social science, gender and sexuality studies and comparative race and ethnicity; applicants must demonstrate the academic substance of their current and proposed projects. Anticipated start date 1 July 2027; campus attendance required at least three days per week. Compensation or funding: USD 75,000 per year. Stated appointment or programme length: One year initially; possible renewal subject to performance and funding. Application timing: 15 November 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Who This Opportunity Is Best Suited For: Researchers with clearly developed Indigenous studies scholarship and experience preparing research statements, writing samples and potentially an introductory syllabus may have strong alignment. Potential Challenges / Who May Find It Less Suitable: On-campus presence at least three days each week and availability on short notice are explicit conditions. Potential teaching depends on institutional approval rather than being guaranteed. Overall Opportunity Assessment: This appointment combines independent Indigenous studies research with possible instructional experience and dedicated centre participation.

Native American and Indigenous studies in the humanities and social sciences

Level Postdoc

Attendance On-campus

Time Commitment Full-time

Duration One year initially; possible renewal subject to performance and funding

Field Indigenous Studies

Specialization Arts and Humanities

Organization Type University

Funding & Compensation

Amount USD 75,000 / Per Year

Funding Type Salary

Funding Status Paid

Period Per Year

Requirements

Education

A completed PhD is required. The position welcomes relevant work across humanities, social science, gender and sexuality studies and comparative race and ethnicity; applicants must demonstrate the academic substance of their current and proposed projects.