"Postdoctoral Research Associate, Hellenic Studies and the School of Public and International Affairs"

Job Details

The Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies and the School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University invite applications for the Paul Sarbanes '54 postdoctoral positions on contemporary Greek politics, society, policy, or current affairs, to support a highly promising early-career scholar who is trained in international studies, public policy, or a related academic discipline, such as politics, economics, law, public administration, contemporary history, or sociology, with a research focus on Greece in the world today, including the European Union and/or other regional context(s), such as the Eastern Mediterranean, Southeastern Europe, Cyprus, or transatlantic relations. Scholars working on policy-related issues will be considered, particularly if their approach is comparative and/or crosses regions and fields.

The appointment is expected to start on September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with the possibility of renewal for a second year, following academic review and contingent upon availability of funding, satisfactory performance, and University approval. Candidates must have completed all requirements for the doctoral degree by February 1, 2026.

Candidates must have no more than 2 years of post-Ph.D. research experience by the start date. Candidates may apply for reimbursement (up to $3,000 per academic year) for research-related expenses. Fellows will be required to conduct research full-time and demonstrate the ability to be on campus daily, fulfilling responsibilities related to in-person participation. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. This position does not include reimbursement of relocation or housing expenses.

Candidates may have the opportunity to spend time at the Princeton Athens Center, conducting research during the summer (June/July) and/or winter (January). Travel grants will be available via application. If awarded, the grant will be towards travel and lodging during time in residence at the Princeton Athens Center.

Candidates must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/40942 and submit (1) a cover letter with a title and summary (200 words) of the proposed research project; (2) a research proposal (five pages; 2,000 words), including a detailed description of the project, and timetable, explicit goals, selected bibliography, and the reason it is proposed to be pursued at Princeton; (3) curriculum vitae with list of publications; (4) sample chapter (in English) of dissertation or other recent work; (5) names and contact information of three referees from individuals who are not current members of the Princeton University faculty; (6) a scanned copy of their doctoral degree or a letter from a dean or registrar-level officer on department letterhead confirming the date of completion of all the requirements for the doctoral degree. With the exception of the official transcripts, all submitted documents must be in English.

DEADLINE: All materials must be received by 11:59 pm EST on January 8, 2026. All reference letters must be received by 11:59 pm EST on January 12, 2026. Awards will be announced by late March 2026. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. For the full posting with all relevant details, please visit: https://hellenic.princeton.edu/opportunities/paul-sarbanes-54-postdoctoral-research-associate-hellenic-studies-and-school-public