Postdoctoral Research Associate in Native American and Indigenous Studies

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Library access

Campus office

Facilities access

Job summary

Princeton University’s Effron Center for the Study of America seeks a postdoctoral research associate in Native American and Indigenous studies, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Ph.D. required.

Postdoctoral appointments are initially for one year with renewal for subsequent year(s) based on performance, funding and requirements. The fellow may teach one course per academic semester, including "Introduction to Native American and Indigenous studies," and will participate in the

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required.
• Postdoctoral appointments are initially for one year with renewal.
• Teaching may be required; course includes Introduction to Native American and Indigenous studies.
• Encouragement for applicants in social sciences, humanities, gender/sexuality studies, and race/ethnicity.
• On-campus presence at least three days per week; on-campus access to libraries and facilities.
• Background check policy applies.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to one course per academic semester, including Introduction to Native American and Indigenous studies.
• Engage with the intellectual community of the Effron Center.
• Fulfill duties on campus with the expected on-site presence and participate in center activities.

Education

Ph.D. required

Job description

The Effron Center for the Study of America at Princeton University seeks a postdoctoral research associate in Native American and Indigenous studies, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Ph.D. required. Postdoctoral appointments are initally for one year with the renewal for a subsequent year(s) based on satisfactory performance, continued funding and meeting all other requirements.

Contingent upon sufficient enrollments and approval from the Dean of the Faculty, the successsful candidate may teach one course per academic semester, including "Introduction to Native American and Indigenous studies," and will participate in the intellectual community of the Effron Center. Candidates working in the social sciences, humanities, gender and sexuality studies, and comparative race and ethnicity are encouraged to apply. The work location is in person on campus, and we expect the associate to demonstrate to the Chair's satisfaction the ability to be on campus at least three days per week and on short notice, in order to fulfill all responsibilities. The fellow will enjoy full access to Princeton University libraries, a computer-equipped shared campus office during the appointment period, and access to various University facilities.

Additional materials, such as a teaching statement and additional writing samples, may be requested at a later stage. This position is subject to the University's background check policy.

Questions? Please email [e-mail] or all 609-258-4710.