Description

The Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies at Princeton University invites applications for three postdoctoral fellowships: (1) The Hannah Seeger Davis Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Hellenic Studies; (2) The Mary Seeger O'Boyle Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Hellenic Studies, and (3) The Edmund and Mary Keeley Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Modern Greek Studies. Scholars in all humanities and social sciences disciplines are eligible to apply. The appointment is expected to start on September 1, 2026 through August 30, 2027, with the possibility of renewal for a second year, following academic review and contingent upon availability of funding, satisfactory performance, and University approval. Candidates must have completed all requirements for the doctoral degree by February 1, 2026. Candidates must have only up to two years of post-Ph.D. research experience by the start date. Candidates may apply for reimbursement (up to $3,000 per academic year) for research-related expenses. Fellows will be required to conduct research full-time and demonstrate the ability to be on campus daily, fulfilling responsibilities related to in-person participation. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University.Candidates may have the opportunity to spend time at the Princeton Athens Center, conducting research during the summer (June/July) and/or winter (January). Travel grants will be available via application. If awarded, the grant will be towards travel and lodging during time in residence at the Princeton Athens Center.These fellowships are intended for scholars in Hellenic Studies, with a special emphasis on Modern Greek Studies, Byzantine Studies, or Late Antique Studies, including their relation to the Classical tradition. This postdoctoral research fellowship program aims to advance the scholarship of outstanding Hellenists at an early stage of their career and thus to strengthen the field of post-Classical Greek Studies in the United States and abroad.Candidates must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/40901 and submit (1) a cover letter with a title and summary (200 words) of the proposed research project; (2) a research proposal (five pages; 2,000 words), including a detailed description of the project, and timetable, explicit goals, selected bibliography, and the reason it is proposed to be pursued at Princeton; (3) curriculum vitae with list of publications; (4) sample chapter (in English) of dissertation or other recent work; (5) names and contact information of three referees from individuals who are not current members of the Princeton University faculty; (6) a scanned copy of their doctoral degree or a letter from a dean or registrar-level officer on department letterhead confirming the date of completion of all the requirements for the doctoral degree; (7) all non-US citizens and non-US permanent residents are required to provide English language results or a letter from their department head confirming language proficiency in English. With the exception of the official transcripts, all submitted documents must be in English.DEADLINE: All materials must be received by 11:59 pm EST on January 8, 2026. All reference letters must be received by 11:59 pm EST on January 12, 2026. Awards will be announced by late March 2026. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. For the full posting with all relevant details, please visit: https://hellenic.princeton.edu/opportunities/postdoctoral-fellowships-hellenic-studies-2025-2026

Expected Salary Range: $5,416.67 a month

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) 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.

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Requisition No: D-26-HLS-00001

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