Postdoctoral Fellowship in History

Position Description

The Davis Center Postdoctoral Fellowship program offers comprehensive research, training and professional development opportunities for scholars advancing their careers in history. Fellows pursue their research with support from an interdisciplinary community of experts and with access to world‑class resources. The program provides scholars with experiences and connections that endure well beyond their fellowship year.

• 9‑month, full‑time, in‑residence fellowship (September 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027)
• Stipend of at least $50,700 for 9 months (based on an annual stipend of at least $67,600)
• Additional research funding of at least $2,500
• Eligible for employee benefits, including subsidised health insurance
• Citizens of all countries may apply

Junior scholars who will have completed the Ph.D. or equivalent by September 2026, but no earlier than September 2021.

Postdoctoral Fellows are required to be in residence full‑time at the Davis Center from September 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027.

Applications must be submitted no later than January 15, 2026
. Supporting letters of recommendation are due no later than 11:59 p.m. EST on January 21, 2026
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Kate Flaherty, Research Programs Coordinator

Stipend of at least $50,700 for 9 months (based on an annual stipend of at least $67,600). Additional research funding of at least $2,500. Eligible for employee benefits, including subsidised health insurance.

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