Postdoctoral Research Associate in Asian American Studies

at  Princeton University

The Effron Center for the Study of America at Princeton University seeks a postdoctoral research associate in Asian American Studies, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025. Ph.D. required. Postdoctoral appointments are initially for one year with the renewal for a subsequent year(s) based on satisfactory performance and continued funding.Contingent upon sufficient enrollments and approval from the Dean of the Faculty, the successful candidate may teach one course per academic semester, including “Introduction to Asian American Studies,” and will participate in the intellectual community of the Effron Center. Candidates working in the social sciences, environmental humanities, gender and sexuality studies, and comparative race and ethnicity are encouraged to apply. The work location is in person on campus, and we expect the fellow to be in residence in Princeton or in the local vicinity, or demonstrate to the Chair’s satisfaction the ability to be on campus at least three days per week and on short notice, in order to fulfill all responsibilities. The associate will enjoy full access to Princeton University libraries, a computer-equipped shared campus office during the appointment period, and access to various University facilities.Applicants must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/36621 by 11:59 pm EST on December 15, 2024, and submit: * cover letter * cv * research statement discussing the applicant’s current and future scholarly projects, including a detailed overview of the dissertation and/or book project * writing sample (an article or a chapter) * two professional references * sample syllabus of an introductory course to Asian American StudiesAdditional materials, such as a teaching statement and additional writing samples, may be requested at a later stage. This position is subject to the University’s background check policy.Questions? Please email effron-center@princeton.edu or call 609-258-4710

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