UVA Postdoctoral Research Associate
UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
The John L. Nau III Center for Civil War History at the University of Virginia invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral research associate in the history of the Civil War era, starting in August 2027. The research associate is expected to be in residence in Charlottesville, Virginia, and to attend the Nau Center’s public lectures, manuscript workshops, and other relevant events. During the year, they will produce a book proposal and workshop at least one chapter. They will have no teaching or administrative responsibilities.
Requirements
- Doctoral degree
- PhD in History or American Studies within the past 5 years
- Expertise in the Civil War and Reconstruction Eras
- Demonstrated publication record
- Strong writing skills
- CV
- Cover Letter
- List of three references
- Writing sample of no more than 30 pages
Responsibilities
- Produce a book proposal.
- Workshop at least one chapter.
- Attend the Nau Center’s public lectures, manuscript workshops, and other relevant events.
Benefits
- Benefited position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
