What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Researcher in Democracy (JP) position at University of Notre Dame?
The Kellogg Institute for International Studies, part of the Keough School of Global Affairs at the University of Notre Dame, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Democracy for academic years 2025-27 as part of its commitment to the University’s Democracy Initiative. Individuals selected for the postdoctoral position will have the option of renewing their appointment for a second year, conditional on satisfactory performance.
The individual selected for this position will devote approximately 50% of their time to work with Jaime Pensado, Associate Professor of History, and 50% of their time to independent research.
The work with Professor Pensado will revolve around research on the topics of the Cold War with an emphasis on the rise, importance, and intellectual production of intellectuals and artists in the making of the New Left in Latin America during the Global Sixties and Seventies. The expectation is that the individual will coauthor a reader on one of these topics with Professor Pensado.
A successful postdoctoral candidate will have a Ph.D. in modern Latin American history by the start of the 2025-26 academic year. They should be interested in the histories of the Cold War and/or the Global Sixties, demonstrate an expertise in cultural studies, and have reading proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese.
The successful candidate will have dedicated office space and a $5,000 per year research allowance. They will be expected to attend and present at Kellogg Tuesday and Work-In-Progress seminars. Reasonable moving expenses will be covered.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, a writing sample, and three letters of recommendation, along with filling out the short application form. Review of applications will begin on February 3, 2025. Candidates are expected to join Notre Dame in August/September 2025. This position is located in South Bend, Indiana, and the successful candidate is expected to be in residence for the duration of the appointment.
Qualifications
A successful postdoctoral candidate will have a Ph.D. in modern Latin American history or a closely related field before starting the position. Candidates must have completed their PhD within the past three years.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a cover letter that includes a description of your current research, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample, three letters of recommendation, and fill out the short application form.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).
Background Check
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.
The individual selected for this position will devote approximately 50% of their time to work with Jaime Pensado, Associate Professor of History, and 50% of their time to independent research.
The work with Professor Pensado will revolve around research on the topics of the Cold War with an emphasis on the rise, importance, and intellectual production of intellectuals and artists in the making of the New Left in Latin America during the Global Sixties and Seventies. The expectation is that the individual will coauthor a reader on one of these topics with Professor Pensado.
A successful postdoctoral candidate will have a Ph.D. in modern Latin American history by the start of the 2025-26 academic year. They should be interested in the histories of the Cold War and/or the Global Sixties, demonstrate an expertise in cultural studies, and have reading proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese.
The successful candidate will have dedicated office space and a $5,000 per year research allowance. They will be expected to attend and present at Kellogg Tuesday and Work-In-Progress seminars. Reasonable moving expenses will be covered.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, a writing sample, and three letters of recommendation, along with filling out the short application form. Review of applications will begin on February 3, 2025. Candidates are expected to join Notre Dame in August/September 2025. This position is located in South Bend, Indiana, and the successful candidate is expected to be in residence for the duration of the appointment.
Qualifications
A successful postdoctoral candidate will have a Ph.D. in modern Latin American history or a closely related field before starting the position. Candidates must have completed their PhD within the past three years.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a cover letter that includes a description of your current research, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample, three letters of recommendation, and fill out the short application form.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).
Background Check
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.
Salary : $5,000
