Post-doctoral Limited term: Research Associate - two openings

University of Notre Dame, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Notre Dame, INDIANA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 18 Feb 2024

Position Information


Job Title Post-doctoral Limited term: Research Associate - two openings
Job Description
The de Nicola Center for Ethics and Culture is committed to sharing the richness of the Catholic moral and intellectual tradition through teaching, research, and public engagement, at the highest level and across a range of disciplines—both on campus at the University of Notre Dame, and as Notre Dame in the public square. Firmly grounded in the Church’s tradition, we invite dialogue and exchange with all traditions as we pursue questions of human dignity, authentic human freedom, and the common good.
Through Student Formation, Research and Publications, Culture of Life Initiatives, and Mission Stewardship, the de Nicola Center strengthens Notre Dame’s Catholic character on campus and brings the university’s voice into the public discussion of the most vital issues of our day.
The de Nicola Center is looking for a dynamic and driven Postgraduate Fellow who is motivated to explore and enhance the Center’s mission through support for Student Formation, Research and Publications, Culture of Life Initiatives, and Mission Stewardship. The Postgraduate Fellow’s assignments will vary in nature.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include:
  • Provide support to the Center’s Student Formation efforts, namely the Center’s undergraduate and graduate Sorin Fellows Program, including program, activity, and event management, communications, and coordination. Provide support to the Center’s flagship Culture of Life Initiatives such as the Vita Institute, Evangelium Vitae Medal, and March for Life Pilgrimage, including program, activity, and event management, communications, and coordination
  • Provide support to the Center’s Research and Publications, including program, activity, and event management, communications, and coordination for the dCEC’s Fall Conference, book series with Notre Dame Press, Visiting Fellows, and Graduate Fellowships
  • Provide support to the Center’s Operations and Communications, including program, activity, and event management and coordination; fund development and stewardship assistance; and support for marketing and communications
  • Provide operational and system support for Center Student Formation, Culture of Life Initiatives, Research and Publications, and Operations including management of dCEC contacts, data entry, standardization of procedures, and expense management
  • Perform administrative and office-support activities, such as managing scheduling and communications, assisting with travel, meeting, and event arrangements, and preparing reports and presentations
  • Serve as liaison between dCEC and internal and external constituents and partners


This is a one-year, limited-term position beginning June 1, 2024. Two positions are available.
Interested candidates will need to send your resume and cover letter to: Margaret Cabaniss ([email protected] )
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
The Research Associate must be committed to the University’s Catholic identity, mission, and values, specifically the University’s institutional commitment to building a Culture of Life, and possess an enthusiasm for sharing this commitment.
Preferred Qualifications
The position requires superb attention to detail, the desire to work as part of a fast-paced, highly motivated team, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. The successful candidate will possess:
  • the ability to simultaneously coordinate multiple complex projects with varying deadlines
  • excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including experience with writing and editing
  • strong computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, email, and Internet
  • working knowledge of office equipment, including computers, email, voice messaging systems, and printers
  • eagerness and willingness to learn; openness to feedback and coaching; and flexibility and agility in the workplace
  • a strong customer service mindset and the ability to deal effectively with all internal and external constituents
  • Sensitivity to confidential matters.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Department Center for Ethics and Culture (35500)
Department Website https://ethicscenter.nd.edu/
Family / Sub-Family No Eprism / Approved _No Eprism
Career Stream/Level Other
Department Hiring Pay Range
Pay ID Semi-Monthly
FLSA Status P1 - Postdoc
Job Category Other
Job Type Full-time
Schedule: Days of Week & Hours
Monday-Friday; 9 am – 5 pm
Schedule: Hours/Week 40
Schedule: # of months 12


Posting Detail Information


Job Posting Date (Campus) 01/18/2024
Job Posting Date (Public) 01/18/2024
Job Closing Date 02/18/2024
Posting Type Open To All Applicants
Posting Number S24570
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/33197