Post Doc Fellow, Taft Research Center

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The Charles Phelps Taft Research Center at the University of Cincinnati (UC) is pleased to announce a search for a 2022-2023 Taft Postdoctoral Fellow. The Taft Research Center, established from the original 1930 Charles Phelps Taft Fund, supports 15 humanities and social science departments in UC’s College of Arts and Sciences and facilitates their collaboration and public impact at UC, in the region, and globally. Taft is a member of the Consortium of Humanities Centers and Institutes and the National Humanities Alliance.

Scholars who have received their Ph.D. after June 2018 in any field of inquiry in the 15 humanities and social science Taft member units (Africana Studies; Anthropology; School of Communication, Media, and Film Studies; Economics; English & Comparative Literature; German Studies; History; Journalism; Judaic Studies; Mathematical Sciences; Philosophy; School of Public and International Affairs; Romance and Arabic Languages & Literatures; Sociology; and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies) are invited to apply for a postdoctoral fellowship. The purpose of this Fellowship is to provide emergent, interdisciplinary scholars with time to further their work in an interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary setting, and to provide them with mentoring from a faculty member in their field. We are particularly interested in scholars whose work addresses social justice issues and/or engages with diverse publics in contemporary, historical, and/or trans/national context.

This is a one-year appointment with a salary of $56,000, possibly renewable for a second year. The position includes a $5,000 research budget and health insurance. The Fellow will teach one course per semester, including one graduate seminar on a topic of the Fellow’s choosing (or the equivalent); participate in the collegial life of the Center, which sponsors lectures, conferences, and colloquia; help develop and coordinate public engagement and community outreach events, and give an annual public presentation. The Fellow will be provided with an office at the Center and is expected to spend the year (August-May) in residence at UC.

For more information about Taft Research Center, go to https://multisite.uc.edu/taft.

• Conduct research in one or more Taft fields  
• Prepare research for publication 
• Disseminate research as appropriate to the field(s) 
• Keep informed of developments in field(s) to maintain and enhance professional expertise 
• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities 
• Participate in Taft programming and events, as agreed upon with the Director 
• Teach two courses (or equivalent) per academic year.

Ph.D in any field of inquiry in the 15 humanities and social science Taft member units (Africana Studies; Anthropology; School of Communication, Media, and Film Studies; Economics; English & Comparative Literature; German Studies; History; Journalism; Judaic Studies; Mathematical Sciences; Philosophy; School of Public and International Affairs; Romance and Arabic Languages & Literatures; Sociology; and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies)

• We will begin reviewing applications on March 21, 2022, and continue until the position is filled.
• Qualified and interested applicants must apply online. In addition to the online application, please include: a cover letter, including a statement of current research interests; a curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (e.g., dissertation extract, journal article, draft of work in progress). Applicants should also arrange for the submission of two confidential letters of recommendation to be sent to: [email protected], and put “Letter of recommendation for [applicant’s name]” in the message title.
• This Fellowship is open to all scholars, national or international, who meet eligibility requirements. Visa eligibility: International scholars outside of North America are appointed under an H-1B visa during the fellowship year at UC.
• Interviews will be held in mid to late March 2022 via Zoom.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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