Post Doctoral Fellow - Center for Mexican American and Latino/a Studies

Department: CMALS

Salary: $49,400 - $56,200

Possesses, understands, and applies a comprehensive knowledge in area of specialization. Develops understanding and skills to allow for completion of assignments that cross fields of specialization. Develops leadership and management skills.

1. Receives/Reviews progress and evaluates results of experiments or projects under control or supervisory responsibility.
2. Recommends changes in research, testing or experimental procedures.
3. May be responsible for a single highly technical and complex piece of research equipment.
4. May review and evaluate the effectiveness of personnel.
5. May plan for and assign personnel to projects under control.
6. Operates with latitude for unreviewed action.
7. May receive general supervision conferring with higher levels only in unusual situations.
8. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Description The University of Houston's Center for Mexican American and Latino/a Studies is soliciting applications for its Post-Doctoral Program for the 2026-2027 academic year. All interested scholars from relevant disciplines are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. by August 1st, 2026. Post-Doctoral Fellows are expected to be in residence during the academic year. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose research focus aligns with that of the Center and whose area of research focuses on Mexican American and/or Latinx studies.

To apply, submit the following materials:

1. Cover Letter
2. Current Vitae
3. Two-page description of a proposed research project that will be undertaken while in residence
4. Three letters of recommendation
5. Unofficial transcripts

Additional information about the CMALS Post-Doctoral position can be obtained by contacting the Center for Mexican American and Latino/a Studies at cmals@central.uh.edu.

Qualifications Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. by August 1, 2026. Required Attachments by Candidate Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Letters of Recommendation, Unofficial Transcripts, Research Statement, Curriculum Vitae Notes to Applicant Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate. All positions at the university are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. MQ: Requires singular knowledge of a specialized advanced professional discipline or the highest level of general business knowledge, normally acquired through attainment of a directly job-related terminal degree or equivalent formal training in a recognized field of specialization that is directly related to the type of work being performed. No experience is required.