Division of the Humanities and Social Sciences
Postdoctoral Instructor in Early Modern Literature and the Classical Tradition
Applications Due:
November 1, 2024
The Division of the Humanities and Social Sciences at the California Institute of Technology invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Instructor to begin in time for Caltech’s fall term 2025. We welcome applications from candidates working in the field of (neo-) Latin and/or Greek context of early modern English literature. The successful candidate will be expected to teach two (approximately ten-week) undergraduate courses in the first year of their appointment and three undergraduate courses in their second year. The appointment is contingent upon completion of the Ph.D.
Interested candidates should apply electronically by uploading a cover letter, a research statement, three letters of recommendation, a current CV, a sample of original written work, and an education statement that addresses the applicant’s thoughts on classroom instruction, mentorship of students, and ways to foster an inclusive, equitable environment for those who come to Caltech with many different backgrounds and experiences. Candidates unable to apply electronically may send the above materials to: Chair, Early Modern Literature Postdoc Search, HSS 101-40 Caltech, Pasadena, CA 91125.
Deadline for applications is November 1, 2024.
Hiring Salary: $70,264
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Questions about the application process may be directed to [email protected].
Instructions for Applicants
- Create an account.
- Fill out the application form.
- After you submit your application form send the link that is provided to your three references and have them upload their letters of recommendation.
- Upload the following documents (as individual files or in one combined pdf):
- a cover letter;
- a research statement;
- a current CV;
- a sample of original written work;
- and an education statement that addresses the applicant’s thoughts on classroom instruction, mentorship of students, and ways to foster an inclusive, equitable environment for those who come to Caltech with many different backgrounds and experiences.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Postdoctoral positions are term appointments with specific renewal requirements.