UVA Politics Department Diversity Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Department of Politics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Virginia invites applicants for its Diversity Postdoctoral Fellowship. We encourage applications from individuals who are members of groups that historically have been underrepresented in the American professoriate. The fellowship is open with respect to substantive area of research and teaching. Fellows conduct their research, present and discuss it with colleagues, participate fully in department and university colloquia and other events, and teach one course per semester.

Eligibility: Applicants must have completed all requirements for the PhD in Political Science by August 2015. Preference will be given to individuals who are within three years of obtaining their degree. Applicants must be citizens of the United States.

Awards: One fellowship will be awarded per year. The appointment is normally for two years, with re-appointment for the second year contingent upon a successful performance review. The fellowship provides a $45,000 annual stipend, medical benefits, and a travel and research support budget. Additional teaching opportunities may be available.

To apply, submit a Candidate Profile online through Jobs@UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu <https://jobs.virginia.edu/>). Search for posting 0615881 and electronically attach the following: (1) a curriculum vitae; (2) a writing sample; (3) a statement outlining the course(s) the applicant could teach during the fellowship period; (4) a statement describing the applicant’s research interests and goals; (5) an optional statement describing potential contributions to diversity (no more than one page). Three letters of reference should be sent directly to Anita Dodds ([log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]>).

Review of applications will start on March 15, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled.

Questions concerning the search may be addressed to David Leblang, Chair, Department of Politics ([log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]>).

The University of Virginia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 





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