Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Hellenic Studies and the School of Public and International Affairs
Description: The Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies and the School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University invite applications for the Paul Sarbanes '54 postdoctoral positions on contemporary Greek politics, society, policy, or current affairs to support a highly promising early-career scholar who is trained in international studies, public policy, or a related academic discipline, such as politics, economics, law, public administration, contemporary history, or sociology, with a research focus on Greece in the world today, including the European Union and/or other regional context(s), such as the Eastern Mediterranean, Southeastern Europe, Cyprus, or transatlantic relations. Scholars working on policy-related issues will be considered, particularly if their approach is comparative and/or crosses regions and fields. There may be an opportunity for possible affiliation with the Liechtenstein Institute on Self-Determination and/or the European Union Program at Princeton. The appointment is expected to start on September 1, 2025 through August 30, 2026, with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent upon funding, satisfactory performance, and University approval. Candidates must have completed all requirements for the doctoral degree by February 1, 2025 . Candidates must have only up to two years of post-Ph.D. work experience by the start date. The monthly salary will be $5,416.67 (gross) for the first year. Candidates may apply for reimbursement (up to $3,000 per academic year) for research-related expenses. The successful applicant will be appointed as Paul Sarbanes '54 postdoctoral research associate (PDRA) through either the Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies or the School of Public and International Affairs, with a formal affiliation to the second department. Candidates may have the possibility of spending up to three weeks at the Princeton Athens Center, conducting research during the summer (June/July) and/or Princeton's winter session. Travel grants will be available via application. If awarded, the grant will cover reasonable expenses and lodging during the time at the Princeton Athens Center. Candidates must apply online at https://puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire/position/37341 and submit (1) a cover letter with title and summary (200 words) of proposed research project; (2) research proposal (five pages; 2,000 words), including a detailed description of project, 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 DEADLINE: All materials submitted by applicants must be received by January 13, 2025 11:59 (EST). Awards will be announced in March 2025. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. For the full posting with all relevant details, please visit https://hellenic.princeton.edu/opportunities/paul-s-sarbanes-54-postdoctoral-research-associate-hellenic-studies-and-school-public We at Hellenic Studies value diversity and are committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community with varying viewpoints. We believe that it is vital to cultivate an environment that embraces excellence, with a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring that will enhance the work of the department and that will attract and retain a diverse student body.
