Cornell University
Postdoc Fellow
Cornell University, Northeast Ithaca, New York, United States,
Postdoc Fellow
With the sponsorship of the Society for the Humanities, the Department of History invites applications for a two-year Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship position beginning August 1, 2025. The fellowship carries a stipend of $62,000/year.Eligibility Requirements
Applicants eligible for the Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 academic years include those who have received the Ph.D. degree after August 1, 2021 and no later than June 30, 2025. Applicants who do not have the Ph.D. in hand at the time of application must include a letter from the committee chair or department stating that the Ph.D. degree will be conferred before the term of the fellowship begins. International applicants are welcome to apply, contingent upon visa eligibility.Application Procedures
The following application materials must be submitted via Academic Jobs Online position #
27746
by October 1, 2024.Information Cover Sheet (will be generated via your AJO account):(a) Full name and home institution(b) Date (or expected date) of Ph.D.(c) Research interest(s)(d) Referees' names and emailsCover LetterCurriculum vitaeDetailed statement of research interests (1,000 - 2,000 words)Course proposal with sample syllabus for introductory, 2000-level courseCourse proposal with sample syllabus for upper, 4000-level courseOne writing sample [30-page limit]Diversity statement [optional - submit a separate statement or embed the information into other parts of your application materials]Letter of degree conferral (only for applicants who do not have the Ph.D. in hand by January 4, 2025)Three letters of recommendation. Please ask referees to upload their letters directly through the link provided by Academic Jobs Online. Letters must be received on or before October 1, 2024Pay Range
Refer to Posting LanguageThe hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:Prior relevant work or industry experience.Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflect 9-month annual salary)Unique applicable skills.Employment Assistance
Notice to Applicants
EEO Statement:
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
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With the sponsorship of the Society for the Humanities, the Department of History invites applications for a two-year Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship position beginning August 1, 2025. The fellowship carries a stipend of $62,000/year.Eligibility Requirements
Applicants eligible for the Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 academic years include those who have received the Ph.D. degree after August 1, 2021 and no later than June 30, 2025. Applicants who do not have the Ph.D. in hand at the time of application must include a letter from the committee chair or department stating that the Ph.D. degree will be conferred before the term of the fellowship begins. International applicants are welcome to apply, contingent upon visa eligibility.Application Procedures
The following application materials must be submitted via Academic Jobs Online position #
27746
by October 1, 2024.Information Cover Sheet (will be generated via your AJO account):(a) Full name and home institution(b) Date (or expected date) of Ph.D.(c) Research interest(s)(d) Referees' names and emailsCover LetterCurriculum vitaeDetailed statement of research interests (1,000 - 2,000 words)Course proposal with sample syllabus for introductory, 2000-level courseCourse proposal with sample syllabus for upper, 4000-level courseOne writing sample [30-page limit]Diversity statement [optional - submit a separate statement or embed the information into other parts of your application materials]Letter of degree conferral (only for applicants who do not have the Ph.D. in hand by January 4, 2025)Three letters of recommendation. Please ask referees to upload their letters directly through the link provided by Academic Jobs Online. Letters must be received on or before October 1, 2024Pay Range
Refer to Posting LanguageThe hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:Prior relevant work or industry experience.Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflect 9-month annual salary)Unique applicable skills.Employment Assistance
Notice to Applicants
EEO Statement:
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
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