Teaching and Research Postdoctoral Fellow – Grefenstette Center for Ethics

Details

Posted: 22-Apr-26

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Type: Postdoc

Categories:

• Administrative/Support
• Grants Management
• Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
• Research Support - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory

Employment Type: Postdoc

Organization Type: Higher Education Institution

Salary: $65,000 salary

Benefits: The University offers generous benefits including paid time off (holidays, holy days and vacation), employer matching contributions to the retirement plan, and tuition benefits for employees and their eligible dependents. Learn more and explore benefits at www.duq.edu/benefits

Location: Grefenstette Center

Position Status: Full-time, 12 month position

Hours: Varied

Position Number: 360432/10-1163

FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Carl G. Grefenstette Center for Ethics in Science, Technology, and Law seeks a one-year postdoctoral fellow to join a community of researchers at the intersection of critical technology studies, critical AI studies, community technology, ethics, Christian theology, Catholic Social Teaching, and religious ethics more generally.

Funded by a grant from the Hillman Foundation, this postdoctoral fellow will work on a substantial research project, as well as participate in the teaching life of the center. The role will involve co-teaching 1 class each semester plus teaching a solo class in Spring 2027, research (solo and working with ED and student research assistants), participating in Center events and programs, leading a colloquium on campus, assisting in the successful implementation of Center’s mission and vision.

We welcome proposals from scholars working on substantial research projects related to subject above. Applicants from all academic disciplines are encouraged to apply, including—but not limited to— Catholic theology, Christian theology, computer science, history and philosophy of science, philosophy, religious studies, science and technology studies, sociology. The program is open to U.S. and international postdoctoral researchers.

Postdoctoral fellow receive $65,000 each year in salary, $1,000 each year in dedicated research funds, $1,000 each year in conference travel funds, and Duquesne University eligible benefits.

This is a one-year position with a possibility of renewal.

This is a hybrid position, with regular on-campus work required.

Minimum qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Catholic theology, Christian theology, computer science, history and philosophy of science, philosophy, religious studies, science and technology studies, sociology, or related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.
• Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, CV, a research proposal, and contact information for three professional references.

Research proposal must follow the following guidelines:

• Be no more than 2 single-spaced pages (not including references)
• Describe in general terms your planned research work, how it fits within the field, and its potential impact
• Include a possible course or courses to teach
• Include a public engagement aspect of your research

Review of applicants will begin in mid-May.

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.