Carter G. Woodson Institute for African American and African Studies Pre-Doctoral Fellow

University of Virginia • Charlottesville, VA

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About The Position

The Carter G. Woodson Institute for African American and African Studies offers a two-year residential fellowship for pre-doctoral students (ABD) focusing on African American and African Diasporic Studies. This fellowship requires relocation to the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia, where fellows will join a cohort of interdisciplinary scholars. The program provides funding, a stipend, health insurance, and allowances for research and travel-related expenses.

Requirements

• Must be a pre-doctoral student (ABD) focusing on African American and African Diasporic Studies.
• Must be eligible for the fellowship without restriction as to citizenship or current residence.
• Must complete a background check upon offer.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in interdisciplinary research related to African American, Caribbean, Latin American, African, and/or Diasporic contexts.

Responsibilities

• Relocate to the University of Virginia for the duration of the fellowship.
• Participate in workshops held during the academic year.
• Present research work periodically to the academic community.
• Consult with the Director of the Woodson Institute regarding additional employment or fellowship opportunities.

Benefits

• Annual stipend of $30,600.
• Health insurance coverage.
• One-time relocation reimbursement (up to $1,000).
• Annual allowance for research and travel-related expenses (up to $2,000).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed