Deadline: January 15, 2020
The Harriman Institute, Columbia University, invites applications for 1 two-year postdoctoral research scholar position, extending over 2020-21 and 2021-22. Postdoctoral research scholars are expected to concentrate on their own research and writing; to teach a course of their own design in the spring semester of each of the two years; to give a public seminar/lecture on their research; and to be active participants in the Institute’s scholarly community and events. The Institute provides desk space for all postdoctoral research scholars. The Institute also provides funds to sponsor workshops, conferences, and special events planned by fellows around their particular interests.
The primary criterion in awarding these fellowships is academic excellence. The Fellowship Committee seeks evidence that the candidate’s research, teaching, and publications will make a significant, original contribution to the study of Russia, Eurasia, and/or East-Central Europe in their particular field of study. Eligibility is restricted to those who have received the Ph.D. between January 1, 2018 and June 30, 2020 and do not hold a tenure-track position. All fellows must have successfully defended and deposited their dissertations prior to the commencement of the appointment. Successful applicants are expected to commit to the full two-year sequence.
The salary for 2020-2021 is $57,876. Medical benefits are provided and subsidized housing is available. There is a $2,000 research allowance per annum.
To apply, candidates should send the following materials to the Fellowship Committee, c/o Xan Faber(xlf2101@columbia.edu), in a single PDF file by January 15, 2020 (fellowships begin July 1, 2020):
1. A brief research plan outlining how the candidate’s time will be spent at the Institute (2-3 pages).
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. A scholarly writing sample (one or two chapters of the dissertation, or a published article or book chapter related to the candidate’s major research theme). The writing sample must be in English.
4. 1-2 page preliminary syllabus or course concept (defining problem, method expectations of students and brief selection of readings) relevant to the mission of the Institute.
In addition, candidates must obtain two confidential letters of recommendation, submitted directly by each recommender to xlf2101@columbia.edu by January 15, 2020.
Decisions regarding the selection of postdoctoral research scholars are made by mid-February, and applicants will be notified in a timely manner.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.