Visiting Research Scholar - Program in Latin American Studies

Visiting Research Scholar - Program in Latin American Studies

Location:

Princeton, New Jersey

Salary: $49,700 per semester.

The Program in Latin American Studies (PLAS) is seeking top scholars in their fields who have teaching experience and will provide Princeton students with an opportunity to study topics that are not regularly offered at the University. Applications will be accepted from outstanding scholars in the humanities and social sciences, as well as from established writers, artists, filmmakers, or architects working on projects related to Latin America.

Visiting Research Scholars will be expected to teach one undergraduate course per semester, conditional upon sufficient enrollments and approval of the Office of the Dean of the Faculty, and to participate regularly in PLAS-related events on campus.

Appointments are expected to be for one or two semesters during the  academic year (fall semester: September 1, 2027 - January 16, 2028; spring semester: January 16, 2028 - June 1, 2028).

The work location for these positions is in-person on-campus at Princeton University. These positions are not eligible for sponsorship of an Hâ‘1B visa requiring consular processing.

• Teach one undergraduate course per semester, conditional upon sufficient enrollments and approval of the Office of the Dean of the Faculty.
• Participate regularly in PLAS-related events on campus.
• Appointments are for one or two semesters during the  academic year (Fall: September 1, 2027 - January 16, 2028; Spring: January 16, 2028 - June 1, 2028).
• Work location is in-person on-campus at Princeton University.

• Outstanding scholars in the humanities and social sciences or established writers, artists, filmmakers, or architects working on projects related to Latin America.
• Teaching experience.
• Advanced degree preferred.

For full consideration, all the materials listed must be in English, and received by October 16, 2026
, 11:59 p.m. EST.

• Cover letter indicating the applicant's proposed length of stay (1-2 semesters; if one semester, please indicate preference), title and short description of the proposed research project, and teaching interests;
• Curriculum vitae;
• One undergraduate seminar proposal or syllabus for each proposed semester of the fellowship, including a statement of how the course(s) would enhance undergraduate education at Princeton;
• A statement describing the research project and its potential scholarly contributions (1,500 - 2,000 words);
• The names and contact information of two referees (the Program will contact them, if needed, later).

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this for more information.