Job Description
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Job Overview The English department at the University of Cincinnati (UC) is pleased to announce a search for a 2025-2026 Postdoctoral Fellow in Literary and Cultural Studies. Scholars who have received their Ph.D. after June 2021 in English or contiguous Humanities fields are invited to apply for a postdoctoral fellowship. The purpose of this Fellowship is to provide emergent scholars with time to further their work in a nurturing program, while buttressing departmental research and teaching needs. We are open to candidates in any area of English, but we are particularly interested in scholars who are experts in one of the following areas: gender and/ or sexuality, postcolonial or world literature, American literature of any period, or ecocriticism and literature. We will ask that the Fellow teach a 1/1 or 1/2 class load, depending on interest or departmental need.
This is a one-year appointment with an annual salary of $55,000 with full health benefits. The Fellow will also be provided with an office in the department and is expected to spend the academic year (August-May) in residence at UC.
Essential Functions - Conduct research in one or more of the above fields
- Prepare research for publication
- Disseminate research as appropriate to the field(s)
- Keep informed of developments in field(s) to maintain and enhance professional expertise
- Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities
- Participate in Taft programming and events, as agreed upon with the Director
- Teach one course (or equivalent) in year one, and two in year two.
Required Experience - In-depth knowledge of specialized field, process or discipline.
- Some teaching experience.
Required Education Ph.D in any field of inquiry in English or related field.
Application Process - We will begin reviewing applications as soon as they come in and will continue until the position is filled.
- Qualified and interested applicants must apply online. In addition to the online application, please include: a cover letter that includes a statement of current research interests; a curriculum vitae, and a writing sample (e.g., dissertation extract, journal article, draft of work in progress).
- Applicants should also arrange for the submission of two confidential letters of recommendation to be sent to: glaserjr@ucmail.uc.edu, and put "Letter of recommendation for [applicant's name]" in the message title.
Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. ( UC Benefits Link ) Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include: - Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
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UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here:
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Post Doc Fellow, Literary and Cultural Studies, College of Arts and Sciences Date: Jul 1, 2025
Location:
Cincinnati, OH, US
Facility: Main Campus
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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