Postdoctoral Research Associate in Early American History

The Center for the Study of the Age of Jefferson at the Jefferson Scholars Foundation at the University of Virginia invites applications for a residential Postdoctoral Research Associate in the history of Early America. All researchers working on books on colonial North America, the American Revolutionary era, and the Early Republic are encouraged to apply. The area of specialization is open.

This fellowship is intended to support junior and mid-career scholars completing their first or second book project.

Postdoctoral Research Associates will participate in the robust scholarly community of Early American historians at the University of Virginia. They will also participate in a manuscript workshop on their work, to be hosted by the Center for the Study of the Age of Jefferson in conjunction with the University of Virginia Press. Scholars will be required to teach at least one class during the course of their fellowship.

This position will begin on September 1, 2027.

Education:

Doctoral degree

Education:

Doctoral degree in History

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary will be $60,000. There will be an additional $5,000 in research funds as part of this offer.

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

This position has a term limit of 1 year, however, the appointment may be renewed for an additional two years, at one-year increments, contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Application review will begin after January 15, 2027
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Background check will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Christa Dierksheide at cbd3g.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.