Postdoctoral Scholar Africana Research Center; ARC

Application Instructions for External Applicants

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The Africana Research Center (ARC) at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar
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The postdoc fellow must be in residence at Penn State’s University Park campus for the duration of the appointment. During residency, scholars conduct research in any aspect of African, African American, and/or Diaspora Studies. The scholar will have no teaching or administrative responsibilities, but will attend workshops, professional development sessions, and other relevant events, and will be expected to take an active part in Penn State’s community of researchers.

The ARC provides mentorship and professional development for a one-year term, with the possibility of renewal for a second year.

A Ph.D. in African American Studies, African Diasporic Studies, or a related field is required by the appointment date.

Interested candidates should submit an online application at Penn State’s Job Posting Board and upload the following application materials: a letter of interest, CV or resume, and a list of three references with contact information.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (

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For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact .