Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies Visiting Research Fellowships

Visiting research fellowships for overseas scholars pursuing projects in the humanities or social sciences, in residence at Princeton, free of teaching and other obligations.

The Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies at Princeton University invites applications for a limited number of Stanley J. Seeger Visiting Research Fellowships for scholars based in Greece or other overseas countries, who wish to spend time in residence at Princeton, pursuing research projects in the humanities or the social sciences, free of teaching and other obligations. Individuals based in the United States and Canada are not eligible to apply.

These fellowships are normally offered annually and are awarded on a competitive basis.  Awardees will be appointed for one term, rank contingent on credentials, pursuing research on a full-time basis.  Visiting fellowships are available for the fall or spring terms, or during the summer months as described in the following paragraph. 

Fall term appointments are expected to run from September 1, 2023 through December 15, 2023 (3 ½ months).  Spring term appointments are expected to run from January 15, 2024 through May 31, 2024 (4 ½ months).  Summer appointments are expected to run from June 15, 2024 through August 15, 2024 (2 months).   These fellowships are residential and as such, fellows are expected to be at Princeton at all times, devoting the major portion of their time to research and writing.  They are required to participate in Hellenic Studies activities and the intellectual life of the University.  They present their work-in-progress at Hellenic Studies workshops and are encouraged to meet colleagues in their respective academic disciplines.  They enjoy full access to the University's library, archival, and computing resources.  Fellows are provided a shared workspace and access to the Hellenic Studies Reading Room in the University Library.  Secretarial services and office supplies are not provided to fellows.  Computing support is available through the University’s Office of Information Technology.  Before departure, fellows are required to submit a report on their scholarly activities at Princeton.

Stanley J. Seeger Visiting Fellowships carry a minimum monthly salary of $5,000.  In the case of scholars receiving outside funding for the research they propose to pursue at Princeton, the salary level will be adjusted, with the approval of the Dean of the Faculty.

Housing option through Princeton University:  Princeton University has arranged for a limited number of off-campus apartments to be available for lease to individuals who are awarded visiting fellowships through Hellenic Studies. These modestly furnished, one-bedroom, non-smoking, and pet-free apartments are located within easy walking distance of campus.  The apartment management company strictly enforces no more than two-person occupancy with the exception of one child under the age of 24 months during the term of the lease.  The monthly lease allowance will be made by Hellenic Studies on behalf of fellows who lease one of these apartments.  Housing expenses exceeding the monthly lease allowance will be the responsibility of the fellow.  Fellows are responsible for their own travel expenses and moving arrangements. 

Eligibility

​​​​Scholars in all disciplines of the humanities or the social sciences, who are affiliated with Greek academic institutions, including universities and research institutes. Early career scholars with adjunct appointments at Greek institutions will also be considered.

• Professionals who are affiliated with Greek institutions: libraries, museums, the Archaeological Service, governmental agencies, etc.
• Independent scholars with a Ph.D. (i.e., not affiliated with an institution) who are residents of Greece or other overseas countries, and who have a distinguished record of published work.
• Hellenists, irrespective of nationality, who hold regular faculty or research appointments at academic institutions in overseas countries other than Greece, and who specialize in Classical reception studies, Late Antique studies, Byzantine studies, or Modern Greek studies.

The Executive Committee may consider applications from individuals who have already held a Stanley J. Seeger Fellowship or another appointment through Hellenic Studies. However, in all but exceptional circumstances, a period of at least ten years must elapse between two appointments or fellowship awards. 

Fellows may not hold other fellowships during the term of this fellowship. Fellows are expected to be fluent in English. 

The Executive Committee of the Seeger Center makes fellowship awards on the basis of several criteria:

• Scholarly accomplishment in a discipline of the humanities or the social sciences, overall academic excellence and promise, and/or exceptional achievement in the arts or creative writing.
• Potential contribution to an interdisciplinary community of scholars at Princeton.
• Significance and quality of the research proposal in definition, clarity, organization, and scope.
• Potential future impact in the field of Hellenic Studies through teaching and writing.
• Ability to benefit from and contribute to Hellenic Studies at Princeton. 

In reviewing applications, priority is given to: 

• Projects that will be facilitated by research specifically at Princeton.
• First-time applicants.
• Early career applicants, especially those who have not previously worked in the United States.
• Applicants who are on regular, paid leave from their home institution.
• Applicants working in a Hellenic Studies field, i.e., Classical Studies, Late Antique Studies, Byzantine Studies, or Modern Greek Studies.

Applications are reviewed both by specialists in the candidate’s academic discipline and by an interdisciplinary group of senior scholars.  The appointment rank will be determined on the basis of the qualifications and professional status of the applicant.  All Committee deliberations and decisions are confidential.  Fellows may not hold other fellowships during the term of this fellowship.  All appointments are subject to the approval of the Dean of the Faculty.  A phone or video interview may be requested.

How To Apply

Qualified candidates are required to apply online via AHIRE (search for D-24-HLS-00003).  For applications to be considered, the  following material must be uploaded via the online application:

• Cover sheet with title and summary (200 words) of a proposed research project and a brief bio (one paragraph) 
• Research proposal (five pages; 2,000 words maximum), including a detailed description of the project, timetable, explicit goals, and a rationale for why it should be pursued at Princeton. 
• Selected bibliography.
• A standard, detailed curriculum vitae including a list of publications.
• Two samples of recent work (in English).
• Contact information for two referees who are not current members of the Princeton University faculty.  
• All non-US citizens and non-US permanent residents are required to provide TOEFL results or equivalent, or a letter from their department head on department letterhead confirming certification of language proficiency in English.  

All submitted documents must be in English.

Materials submitted as part of the application are the property of Princeton University and will not be returned. The Committee does not provide feedback to candidates about their applications. 

Non-U.S. citizens and non-U.S. permanent residents must ensure that they will be able to enter or remain in the United States and accept employment at Princeton University. 

DEADLINE: All materials, including reference letters, must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Fellowship awards will be announced at the end of March, 2024. 

The Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies is committed to an environment that embraces and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion — fundamental to the success of our education and research mission.  This commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment and hiring as we actively seek colleagues of exceptional ability who represent a broad range of viewpoints, experiences and value systems, and who share Princeton University's dedication to excellence.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

For any questions, please contact Linda Taylor, ltaylor@princeton.edu