Byzantine Studies Postdoctoral Fellowship

Byzantine Studies Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026–27

Following a substantial investment in Byzantine Studies at the University of Notre Dame, including the acquisition of the Milton V. Anastos Library of Byzantine Civilization and generous support from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation, the Mellon Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Medieval Institute at Notre Dame invites applicants for a nine‑month Postdoctoral Fellowship in Byzantine Studies. The fellowship is designed for junior scholars with a completed doctorate whose research addresses any aspect of the Byzantine world.

The fellow will pursue promising research toward scholarly publication or the development of new subject areas, and will conduct work in residence at the University of Notre Dame’s famed Medieval Institute during the academic year.

The fellow is expected to: pursue innovative research drawing on the rich resources held in the Milton V. Anastos Collection, the Medieval Institute, and the Hesburgh Library; complete book manuscripts and articles, work on text editions, or develop new trajectories of research in fields such as history (including auxiliary disciplines), archaeology, art history, literature, theology, liturgical studies, and Byzantium’s interactions with neighboring cultures;

participate in multidisciplinary activities of Notre Dame faculty related to Byzantium, Eastern Christianity, and the history of the Levant; and, toward the conclusion of the fellowship, organize or participate in a workshop within the Byzantine Studies Seminar to discuss drafts of manuscripts and ongoing projects with senior scholars.

NIH postdoctoral rate for a nine‑month term, currently $46,674, plus benefits. The stipend follows the policy established by the University of Notre Dame.

Byzantine Studies fellows must hold a Ph.D. from an internationally recognized institution. The Ph.D. must be in hand by the beginning of the fellowship term and must not have been awarded more than five years before the start date of the fellowship appointment (from the date of conferral of the degree).

Applicants should upload a cover letter, a project proposal of no more than 2,500 words, a current CV, and three letters of recommendation. Applicants should also complete an informational sheet in Interfolio.

The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or qualified individuals with disabilities and complies with 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment and each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in disqualification of a candidate.

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