Postdoctoral Research Associates in Archaeology and the Ancient World

innovative research, engaged scholarship, and cross-disciplinary thinking. Geographic area is open, though some preference will be given to scholars who work on the archaeology of the Mediterranean, Egypt, and/or surrounding regions of the Middle East and North Africa. Time period is open. While the boundaries of the search are flexible, we are especially interested in applicants who demonstrate shared or complementary methodological expertise, geographic/temporal focus, theoretical interests, and/or potential research collaborations with one or more JIAAW Academic Faculty members. In addition to pursuing their research, successful candidates will be expected to teach one course per semester. Teaching may be at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; interdisciplinary offerings are desirable. Historically, successful postdocs have advanced the mission of JIAAW not only through their research and teaching, but by organizing reading or working groups, organizing small conferences, inviting speakers, and initiating new interdisciplinary or community connections. These will be two-year positions (non-renewable) beginning on July 1, 2027. For this position, Brown offers only the J-1 visa classification to scholars who need immigration sponsorship in order to enter the U.S. and commence lawful employment under the terms of their appointment. Applicants must have received their doctorate no more than three years prior to the position start date (July 1, 2027) or have completed all doctoral degree requirements at least two weeks prior to position start date. All candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, short descriptions of 3 proposed courses (150-300 words each), and contact information for three references by February 8, 2027 . Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, but the search will remain open until the position is closed or filled. Candidates should address in their materials (cover letter or statements) how they would contribute to the research and/or teaching missions of our diverse and inclusive university community. Please submit application materials online at apply.interfolio.com/192967 . There is no need to provide hard copies of application materials for those that have already been submitted electronically. For further information: Professor Laurel Bestock Chair, Search Committee Joukowsky Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World Brown University Box 1837 / 60 George Street Providence, RI 02912 Joukowsky_Institute@brown.edu Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person?s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.