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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Philosophy of Religion

Harvard University


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Title Postdoctoral Fellowship in Philosophy of Religion
School Harvard Divinity School
Department/Area Center for the Study of World Religions
Position Description The Center for the Study of World Religions at Harvard Divinity School invites applications for a one-year paid postdoctoral fellowship in the philosophy of religion (broadly construed). This is a benefits-eligible position. The candidates will work under the supervision of the Director of the Center, Professor Charles Stang, as part of the Center’s initiative on “Transcendence and Transformation.” Please see the CSWR website at this link for more information before applying.
The appointment will begin on August 1, 2023 and end July 31, 2024.
Candidates will propose a research project that falls within the parameters of the “Transcendence and Transformation” initiative, and will participate in a relevant seminars of students, staff, fellows, and faculty (online as well as in-person). In addition, candidates will be expected to contribute to the Center’s programming, public and private, (e.g. lecture series, workshops, reading groups, conferences, and possibly publications) in consultation with the Center Director. Please note that CSWR postdoctoral fellows are expected to reside in Massachusetts and/or the New England area within commuting distance to the Center for the Study of World Religions.
Basic Qualifications Applicants should demonstrate the following qualifications:
(1) Completed advanced degree in a relevant field (completed PhD or ThD by the time of appointment, not more than five years from the degree)
(2) A research project that fits within the initiative
(3) Evidence of publications relevant to that research project
(4) Evidence of an ability to work independently and collaboratively
Additional Qualifications
Special Instructions Applications (through this online system only) are welcome and must be received by March 31, 2023.
 
Please also review this CSWR website for more information:
 
https://cswr.hds.harvard.edu/about/transcendence-and-transformation
 
Please submit the following materials with your application:
(1) Curriculum vitae
(2) Cover Letter
(3) Description of research project (maximum of 500 words)
(4) Writing sample (e.g. published article or chapter)
(5) Names and email addresses of three references
Contact Information Applicants may contact Gosia Sklodowska, Associate Director of the CSWR, with any questions regarding the position.
Contact Email [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.
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