McDonnell Postdoctoral Fellowships
The Department of Philosophy is accepting applications for one McDonnell Postdoctoral Fellowship for the 2026-2027 academic year in the Department’s program in Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology (PNP). Housed within the Department of Philosophy, the PNP program promotes formal and informal interaction with Washington University philosophers, psychologists, and neuroscientists. The program includes both graduate and undergraduate degree offerings, a wide range of courses and seminars, and regular colloquia and research group meetings. The PNP postdoctoral fellow would be expected to teach two courses per year in the Department of Philosophy, present public lectures, carry out independent research, and coordinate PNP functions. There is a strong probability that, with successful performance, the fellowship would be renewed for a second year, 2027-2028. More information on the PNP program is available at
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Qualifications
PhD required.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration, interested candidates should send curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, a succinct writing sample, and a brief statement of teaching and research interests by February 27, 2026
Additional letters of reference can be emailed directly to gibsonjessica@wustl.edu
Inquiries about submitting application materials should be sent to Administrative Coordinator Jessica Gibson (gibsonjessica@wustl.edu)
