Opportunities
Aug 26, 2009
Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Fellowship Search opens on September 15, 2009.
The post-doctoral fellowship of the Committee on Global Thought at Columbia University brings together an innovative group of interdisciplinary researchers from around the world. The Fellowship gives emerging scholars the opportunity to work with distinguished faculty and provides a space for collaborative research and publication. Global Thought encourages interdisciplinary, transnational research under four broad topics: Secularism and Diversity, Global Governance, Poverty and Inequality, and Migration.
Past fellows have researched topics including the local socio-economic consequences of global policy, the historical roots of identity, and the evolution of transnational and international political structures. Scholars from any discipline may apply, provided that they successfully indicate how their work will contribute to Global Thought's research themes. Up to four fellowship spots are available for the academic year beginning August 1, 2010.
The term of the fellowship is two calendar years, beginning August 1, 2010 and ending July 31, 2012.
To apply please visit: http://cgt.columbia.edu/form/
Requirements
Fellows are expected to:
- Teach or assist with one undergraduate or graduate course, either of their own design or as specified by the Committee. When teaching, fellows are required to hold weekly office hours.
- Participate in planning and execution of research workshops and symposia.
Present their individual research projects.
Eligibility
International applicants are encouraged to apply. If selected, Columbia University will sponsor the appropriate visa. Candidates will be considered only if:
- They received their first doctorate from a recognized university no earlier than August 1, 2005 (Those who have not completed their degree at the time of application must provide a statement from an adviser citing the expected date of completion.)
- They do not hold or have not held a tenure or tenure-track position.
- They can fluently speak, publish, and teach in English.
- They submit an original research proposal.
Benefits
Fellows will receive:
- An annual salary of $55,000, which includes health insurance and other standard benefits.
- Access to Columbia University libraries and computer resources.
- Shared office space.
- Eligibility for additional funding for special research projects.
- Eligibility to apply for campus housing.
Have your questions about the application process and fellowhip year answered here: http://cgt.columbia.edu/about/news/2009/08/28/post_doc_faqs/
Application Process
Application Deadlines
Priority Deadline: November 1, 2009 ($30 application fee)
General Deadline: November 15, 2009 ($50 application fee)
(Application fee may be waived at the discrecion of the selection committee.)
To apply, complete the online application form found at http://cgt.columbia.edu/form/
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Research proposal
-not to exceed 1500 words;
-The description should include the background, nature, importance, specific objectives, and methodology of the proposed project - Writing Sample
- not to exceed 20 double spaced pages
- preferably an article or research paper published in a scholarly journal
- topic should be pertinent to the proposed research project
- no books will be accepted
By Postal Mail or Email
- Three letters of reference
- Application fee ($30 by November 1 or $50 by November 15) Download payment form. Scan or mail completed form with
a) Credit card information on form.
b)Check or money order made payable to Columbia University.
All postal mail may be sent to:
Committee on Global Thought
Columbia University
440 Riverside Dr.
New York, NY 10027
attn: post-doc search
All questions may be directed to:
Additional Information
All materials must be in English. Reference letters and payment information may be sent separately and directly to our office.