Postdoctoral Opportunity: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Native American and Indigenous Studies – Princeton University

Postdoctoral Opportunity: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Native American and Indigenous Studies – Princeton University

• Institution: Princeton University

• Center: Effron Center for the Study of America

• Academic Division: Social Sciences

• Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Native American and Indigenous Studies

• Interfolio ID: 192761

• Appointment Type: Full-Time Postdoctoral Research Appointment

• Location: Morrison Hall, Princeton, New Jersey, United States

• Initial Appointment: 1 Year

• Renewal: Possible for subsequent year(s), subject to satisfactory performance, continued funding, and other requirements

• Work Arrangement: In-Person

• Expected Campus Presence: At least 3 days per week and on short notice when required

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 71.05 lakh annually

• Open Date: September 23, 2026

• Application Deadline: November 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2027

Overview of the Opportunity

The Effron Center for the Study of America at Princeton University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Native American and Indigenous Studies.

The appointment is initially for one year, with the possibility of renewal for additional year(s), depending on satisfactory performance, continued funding, and fulfillment of applicable requirements.

The successful candidate will participate actively in the intellectual community of the Effron Center while pursuing their own scholarly research.

Research Areas

Princeton particularly encourages applications from scholars working across areas such as:

• Native American Studies

• Indigenous Studies

• Social Sciences

• Humanities

• Gender and Sexuality Studies

• Comparative Race and Ethnicity

• Related interdisciplinary fields

Teaching Responsibilities

Subject to sufficient enrollment and approval from the Dean of the Faculty, the postdoctoral associate may teach one course per academic semester.

Potential teaching may include:

• Introduction to Native American and Indigenous Studies

• Related courses aligned with the candidate’s scholarly expertise

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Pursue an independent research agenda.

• Participate in the intellectual activities of the Effron Center.

• Contribute to Native American and Indigenous Studies at Princeton.

• Potentially teach one course per semester.

• Engage with students and faculty across relevant disciplines.

• Maintain regular on-campus presence.

Essential Qualification

Applicants must have:

• A Ph.D.

The posting does not provide additional formal minimum qualifications beyond the doctoral requirement.

Research Environment & Resources

The postdoctoral associate will receive access to:

• Princeton University libraries

• A shared, computer-equipped campus office

• University facilities and research resources

• The academic community of the Effron Center for the Study of America

Salary / Remuneration

The advertised salary is:

USD 75,000 annually

Approximately:

INR 71.05 lakh annually

Princeton also offers a comprehensive benefits programme to eligible employees.

Application Checklist

Applicants must submit:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Research Statement

   • Current scholarly projects

   • Future scholarly plans

   • Detailed overview of dissertation and/or book project

4. Writing Sample

   • Article or book chapter

5. Two Professional References

6. Sample Syllabus

   • Introductory course in Native American and Indigenous Studies

Additional materials, including a teaching statement or further writing samples, may be requested later.

Nature of Appointment

• Full-Time

• Postdoctoral Research Associate

• Initial 1-Year Appointment

• Possibility of Renewal

• Research-Focused

• Potential Teaching Responsibilities

• In-Person Campus Appointment

Important Dates

• Open Date: September 23, 2026

• Application Deadline: November 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2027

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through Princeton University’s Interfolio Faculty Search system.

Interfolio ID: 192761

Application Link:
https://apply.interfolio.com/192761

For position-related questions:

Email: effron-center@princeton.edu
Phone: 609-258-4710

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