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Gerhard R. Andlinger Visiting Fellow

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Salary: $125,000 – $180,000 per year

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Location: Princeton, New Jersey Salary Range or Pay Grade: $125,000 - $180,000 Description The Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment invites applications for the Gerhard R. Andlinger Visiting Fellows Program , with start dates as early as August 2027. The program supports distinguished visitors-in-residence who can enhance the diversity and excellence of intellectual and academic life at the Center and strongly support its core mission . Applicants must propose a plan of activities to engage with the Center and broader Princeton community in ways that will significantly enrich the Center's research and/or educational programs. Proposals that address one or more of our Research Initiatives are of particular interest. This plan should extend beyond simply advancing the visitor's career development, research, teaching, or advancing a single collaborator's research. Examples include: Collaborations supporting team research with multiple Andlinger Center jointly appointed or associated faculty and/or research staff members on projects that advance core research areas . Guest lecturing and/or teaching an Andlinger Center energy studies (ENE) or ENE-cross-listed course, with the goal of having the course material absorbed into a permanent ENE or ENE-cross-listed course that will ensure sustained benefit for Princeton students. Teaching appointments require approval by the Office of the Dean of the Faculty. Presenting and/or organizing talks or workshops designed to augment conversation and expand expertise around key areas of interest to a broad spectrum of Andlinger Center associated faculty, research staff, and students. Successful candidates can come from a variety of backgrounds â“ industry, government, academia, and non-governmental organizations â“ with the key qualification being demonstrated in-depth expertise in energy and environmental issues. Duration and Funding The nominal duration for the visit is one year; shorter appointments may be requested and will be considered on an individual basis. Appointment rank is determined on the basis of seniority and current institutional affiliation. In accordance with University policy, employment verification and visitor participation agreements are required. The work location for this position is in person on campus at Princeton University. Application Instructions For full consideration, applications must be submitted by January 8, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Applicants must identify a Princeton sponsor with whom they should develop fellowship plans. Appropriate sponsors include Andlinger Center faculty, associated faculty, and senior researchers, who can be searched by research area . Proposals should also consider additional campus collaborators beyond the sponsor whose involvement would enrich the fellowship plans. Sponsors will be asked to submit a letter of support highlighting the candidate's unique attributes and the merit of their proposed activities. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the Andlinger Center's Assistant Director for Research prior to applying to discuss the program and their proposed plans. The following materials should be submitted by the application deadline: o Cover letter; o Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications or other professional accomplishments; o Proposal of planned activities; o List of potential collaborators briefly describing the possible collaboration; o Contact information for the Princeton sponsor; and o Contact information for two external references (collaborators or supervisors). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity 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. Pay Transparency Disclosure The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information. PI287234111

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Title
Gerhard R. Andlinger Visiting Fellow
Employer
Princeton University
Location
Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, USA
Published
Sep 29, 2026
Closes:
Jan 8, 2027
Job type
Full time, Academic / Faculty, Engineering
Field
Energy Technology
Salary

Salary: $125,000 – $180,000 per year

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