Research Associate​/Postdoctoral Fellow - Center Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies

General Duties

Conduct academic research in connection with CUNY programs; may assist faculty, staff, and students in conducting research and lead research efforts involving others.

• Develop research plans and proposals and participate in acquiring funding
• Collect, analyze, and assure validity of data
• Write progress reports; write and publish findings
• Collaborate with internal and external colleagues
• Adhere to standards for safety, hygiene, and ethical conduct as defined by the University and relevant outside parties.

• Conduct research in the field of Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies.
• Write calls for application, edit, and oversee fellowship programs such as the Latino Data Project Fellowship, the Reportage Fellowship, and the Summer Travel Grants.
• Collaborate with internal and external colleagues in grant applications, event organization, outreach, and advertising.
• Support and collaborate with CLACLS initiatives such as its podcast, social media presence, and newsletter.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Contract

Title:

Research Associate (Postdoctoral Fellow)

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Graduate Center

Job Type: Full‑Time

Doctoral Degree in a related field and demonstrated research ability.

Preferred:
Demonstrated experience in applying for grants and fellowships, supervising fellows and staff, editing publications, and organizing events. The candidate should have completed their doctoral dissertation within the last five years.

$65,000–$75,000 per year.

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and tax‑deferred savings plans. Part‑time employees meeting the required work hour criteria are eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet eligibility criteria.

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Final date to receive applications: August 9, 2026