"Postdoctoral Research Scholar"

Columbia University’s Sakıp Sabancı Center for Turkish Studies invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship for the academic year 2026–27, beginning September on 1, 2026. The postdoctoral fellow will hold the rank of Postdoctoral Research Scholar. The fellowship is open to scholars in the humanities and social sciences studying any period within the confines of Turkish studies. The successful candidate is expected to develop an innovative research project that advances the field of Turkish studies. For the duration of their appointment, the fellow is expected to be in residence in New York City and be an active member of the Sakıp Sabancı Center’s intellectual community. The fellow is also expected to organize a workshop or panel on a subject related to their research. The cost of the organization of this event will be covered by the Sakıp Sabancı Center within budgetary limits.

The fellowship competition is open to candidates who have received their Ph.D. degree in the humanities or social sciences after May 1, 2023, and have written a dissertation on a topic related to Turkish Studies. Fellows cannot hold another scholarship, visiting position, or employment during the term of the fellowship. Candidates must have successfully completed all requirements for their doctoral degree by April 1, 2026, with a conferral date no later than June 2026.

The fellowship cannot be deferred and cannot be renewed for a second year.

All applications must be made through Columbia University’s online Academic Search and Recruitment System (ASR), which can be accessed via Interfolio. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. 

The application consists of:

1. Cover letter of a maximum of 3 pages that situates your research within a broader disciplinary context, summarizes the findings of your dissertation and describes the work you hope to accomplish during your postdoctoral fellowship.
2. Curriculum Vitae (no more than 5 pages) with a list of publications
3. Writing sample (journal article, book chapter, or dissertation chapter)
4. Graduate transcript(s)
5. Two letters of recommendation.
6. Candidates who do not yet have their PhD in hand must supply a letter from their dissertation advisor confirming the expected date of degree completion.

Applications received by December 15, 2025, will receive full consideration.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.