Visiting Researcher

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Allenspark (CO); On-site; USD 66,960 - 111,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation subsidy

Dedicated budget and administrative assistance

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Tax-deferred annuity and optional savings plans

ECO Pass for local transit

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. invites applications for a Visiting Researcher (Sabbatical Fellow) for the 2027–28 academic year at the University of Colorado Boulder. This position is designed for scholars in the humanities and social sciences who will research topics related to Western civilization and the American founding.

Key responsibilities include conducting research, participating in activities at the Center, and potentially teaching undergraduate courses. Competitive compensation of $6,000 to $10,000 monthly, plus a range of benefits, is offered for this academic role.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. candidate scheduled to defend dissertation.
• No employment at another institution during the appointment.
• Must be in residence at the University for the duration of the appointment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research that aligns with the Center’s mission.
• Participate in the Center's activities.
• Potentially teach undergraduate courses.
• Contribute to the intellectual life of the Benson Center.

Education

Ph.D. earned or in progress with a scheduled dissertation defense

Job description

Job Summary

The Bruce D. Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization (the Benson Center) and the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder invite applications for a Visiting Researcher (Sabbatical Fellow) for the 2027–28 academic year. Scholars from the humanities and social sciences whose work engages the ideas, institutions, and debates that have shaped Western civilization and the American founding are invited to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct original research that engages with the Benson Center’s mission.
• Participate in the various activities of the Center.
• May teach undergraduate courses, depending on interest and availability.
• Be regularly present and in‑person at the Benson Center to contribute to its intellectual life.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. earned or in progress with a scheduled dissertation defense.
• Not employed by another institution during the appointment.
• Expected to be in residence at the University of Colorado Boulder for the length of the appointment.
• Appointment in the College of Arts & Sciences (without tenure).

Compensation and Benefits

• Monthly salary between $6,000 and $10,000, depending on experience, with matching funds available if external funding is limited.
• Competitive compensation package including relocation subsidy, dedicated budget, and administrative assistance.
• Signing bonus and incentive pay may be available based on experience and funding.
• Benefits for 50% time or greater appointments, including medical, dental, life insurance, tax‑deferred annuity, and optional savings plans (e.g., 403(b), 457, 401(k)). A separate ECO Pass for local transit is also provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. CU is committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and it encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.