Sabbatical Fellow — Western Civilization Research

University of Colorado Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 66,960 - 111,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation subsidy

Research budget

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Job summary

The University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a Visiting Researcher for the 2027–28 academic year at the Bruce D. Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization. This role is open to established scholars and recent doctoral candidates eager to engage with profound questions of Western civilization and the American founding.

Responsibilities include conducting original research, participating in center activities, and potentially teaching undergraduate courses. The position offers robust benefits, a substantial salary ranging from $6,000 to $10,000 per month, and support for research expenses.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. at the time of appointment or a doctoral degree in progress with a scheduled dissertation defense.
• Not employed by another institution during the appointment.
• Regular in-person presence at the Benson Center.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research advancing the Benson Center’s mission.
• Participate in seminars and public events.
• Possibly teach undergraduate courses based on availability.

Education

Ph.D. or doctoral degree in progress

Job description

The University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a Visiting Researcher for the 2027–28 academic year at the Bruce D. Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization. This role is open to established scholars and recent doctoral candidates eager to engage with profound questions of Western civilization and the American founding.

Responsibilities include conducting original research, participating in center activities, and potentially teaching undergraduate courses. The position offers robust benefits, a substantial salary ranging from $6,000 to $10,000 per month, and support for research expenses.