Postdoctoral Research Associate in Palestinian Studies

The Center for Middle East Studies' post-doctoral research associate position in Palestinian Studies is a two-year appointment, not renewable thereafter. The position is part of the ongoing initiative, New Directions in Palestinian Studies, which seeks to facilitate innovative lines of academic inquiry in this field. We especially welcome candidates who thrive in an interdisciplinary environment and whose work is informed by comparative and global perspectives. We are interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the field of Palestinian Studies and to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Postdoctoral Research Associates will teach one class a year, take a leadership role in organizing the annual New Directions in Palestinian Studies Workshop, advise students, give an annual public lecture, and participate in research-related programming on campus.

Qualifications

The position is open to all the humanities and social science disciplines.  

Scholars who have received their Ph.D.s within five years of the application deadline are eligible to apply and applicants must have completed their degree by July 1, 2025. 

Residence in the Providence area is required for the appointment.

The annual salary is $61,008 plus benefits. Additional funding for research expenses may be available.

Application Instructions

The position opens for applications on October 31, 2024. Review of applications in Interfolio will begin on December 5, 2024. To receive full consideration, applications should be received by that date. 

The award will be announced towards the end of February 2025. 

The following materials should be submitted to the application portal in Interfolio by December 5, 2024.

• A brief cover letter stating the applicant's academic field, area of specialization, and a short summary of the proposed work during the appointment period.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A Research statement: Summary of the research questions, goals, and methodological approaches of current and future projects. The statement should not exceed 2,000 words, including all bibliographic references and supplementary material.
• A teaching statement: experience in and approaches to undergraduate teaching.
• Three confidential letters of recommendation
• A writing sample
• A proposed class syllabus suitable for a Middle East Studies course with focus on the Palestinians 
• An official copy of each graduate transcript 

For further information, please visit the Palestinian Studies website:
For inquiries, email palestinianstudies_postdoc@brown.edu to the attention of Professor Beshara Doumani, Mahmoud Darwish Professor in Palestinian Studies.

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