Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity: Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies – Princeton University

Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity: Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies – Princeton University

• Institution: Princeton University

• Center: Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies

• Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate

• Interfolio ID: 194502

• Fellowships Available: 2

• Fellowship Tracks: Hannah Seeger Davis Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Hellenic Studies; Mary Seeger O'Boyle Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Hellenic Studies

• Appointment Type: Full-Time Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

• Location: Princeton, New Jersey, United States

• Work Mode: Primarily In-Person

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 61.69 lakh annually

• Research Expense Support: Up to USD 3,000 per academic year

• Appointment Period: August 1, 2027 – August 1, 2028

• Possible Renewal: Up to a second year, subject to academic review, funding, and appointment requirements

• Application Deadline: December 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

• Reference Letter Deadline: December 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Overview of the Fellowship

The Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies at Princeton University invites applications for two postdoctoral research fellowships for early-career scholars working in Hellenic Studies.

The programme is open to scholars across the humanities and social sciences, with particular emphasis on Modern Greek Studies, Byzantine Studies, and Late Antique Studies, including their relationship to the Classical tradition.

The fellowship aims to support outstanding early-career Hellenists and strengthen post-Classical Greek Studies in the United States and internationally.

Available Fellowships

The two fellowships are:

1. Hannah Seeger Davis Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Hellenic Studies

2. Mary Seeger O'Boyle Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Hellenic Studies

Both positions are administered through the Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies at Princeton University.

Research Areas

Relevant fields may include:

• Modern Greek Studies

• Byzantine Studies

• Late Antique Studies

• Classical Tradition

• Hellenic Studies

• History

• Literature

• Languages

• Religion

• Philosophy

• Art and Cultural Studies

• Other relevant humanities and social science disciplines

Key Responsibilities

Fellows will be expected to:

• Conduct research on a full-time basis.

• Maintain regular in-person participation at Princeton.

• Participate in Center-related academic activities.

• Engage with Princeton’s Hellenic Studies research community.

• Develop and complete the proposed research project.

• Contribute to the wider field of post-Classical Greek Studies.

Fellows are generally expected to be on campus daily.

Remote Work Arrangement

The position is primarily in-person at Princeton University.

Fellows may work remotely one day per week, provided that remote work does not conflict with Center events or other required activities.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Complete all requirements for the doctoral degree by February 1, 2027.

• Hold the Ph.D. by the start of the fellowship.

• Have no more than 2 years of post-Ph.D. research experience by the appointment start date.

• Conduct research relevant to Hellenic Studies.

Research Support

Fellows may request reimbursement of up to:

USD 3,000 per academic year

for eligible research-related expenses.

The fellowship does not provide reimbursement for:

• Relocation expenses

• Housing expenses

Princeton Athens Center Opportunities

Fellows may have opportunities to spend research time at the Princeton Athens Center during:

• June / July

• December / January

Travel grants may be available through a separate application process.

If awarded, these grants may contribute toward:

• Travel

• Lodging

during research residence at the Princeton Athens Center.

Salary / Remuneration

The advertised annual salary is:

USD 65,000

Approximately:

INR 61.69 lakh annually

Additional research-expense reimbursement of up to USD 3,000 per academic year may also be available.

Application Checklist

Applicants must submit:

1. Cover Letter

   • Include the title of the proposed project

   • Include a research summary of approximately 200 words

2. Research Proposal

   • Maximum 5 pages / 2,000 words

   • Detailed project description

   • Research timetable

   • Explicit research goals

   • Selected bibliography

   • Explanation of why the research should be conducted at Princeton

3. Curriculum Vitae

   • Include publication list

4. Writing Sample

   • Dissertation chapter or other recent work

   • Must be in English

5. Three Referees

   • Names and contact details

   • Referees must not be current Princeton University faculty members

6. Proof of Doctoral Degree

   • Clear, unlocked PDF scan of doctoral degree, or

   • Letter from a dean or registrar-level official confirming completion of all doctoral requirements

Except for official transcripts, submitted documents must be in English.

Nature of Appointment

• Postdoctoral Research Associate

• Full-Time

• Research-Focused

• Initial Term: 1 Year

• Possible Renewal for Second Year

• Primarily In-Person

• One Remote Day per Week May Be Permitted

• No Relocation or Housing Reimbursement

Important Dates

• Open Date: October 13, 2026

• Doctoral Requirements Must Be Completed By: February 1, 2027

• Application Deadline: December 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

• Reference Letter Deadline: December 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

• Awards Expected: Early March 2027

• Appointment Begins: August 1, 2027

• Appointment Ends: August 1, 2028

Visa Information

The positions are not eligible for H-1B sponsorship requiring consular processing.

Other visa sponsorship options, including certain H-1B cases not requiring consular processing, may be available where appropriate.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through Interfolio.

Interfolio ID: 194502

Application Link:
https://dossier.interfolio.com/apply/194502

Official Fellowship Information:
https://hellenic.princeton.edu/opportunities/postdoctoral-fellowships-hellenic-studies

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