Penn State University · 5 months ago
Postdoctoral Scholar, African American History
University Park, PA
Internship
Onsite
InternPenn State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in African American History, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. The scholar will primarily perform research with no teaching or administrative responsibilities, while actively participating in workshops and professional development sessions within the university's research community.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Perform research primarily during residency
Attend workshops and professional development sessions
Participate in relevant events
Engage with Penn State's community of researchers
Qualification
Required
A Ph.D. in African American History or a related field is required at time of appointment
Successful applicants must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. within the previous four academic years
Preferred
All research interests spanning the origins of slavery through the Civil Rights movement will receive favorable consideration
Proposals that align with the Richards Center's interests in slavery, abolition, and emancipation, as well as comparative or Atlantic history, are especially welcome
Benefits
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
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Penn State University
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