Presidential Postdoctoral Research Associate

Presidential Postdoctoral Research Associate

Brown University invites applications for its  Presidential Postdoctoral Research Associate Program, a two-year program at Brown that supports innovative, early-career Ph.D. graduates who are advancing diverse perspectives and scholarship in a range of fields and research areas, including the humanities, social sciences, physical sciences and engineering. The program is open only to those who have received their PhD from Brown recently, with degrees awarded after May 1, 2024 or degree requirements complete before January 1, 2026.

The program provides an appointment that includes teaching responsibilities and participation in program activities related to the Presidential Postdoctoral Research Associate Program.

• Teach one course per semester as part of the appointment.
• Participate in activities related to the Presidential Postdoctoral Research Associate Program.
• In the letter of application, discuss possible courses to offer and identify a program, department, center, or institute relevant to the candidate’s research and teaching. Preference will be given to applicants who will join an academic unit distinct from their degree-granting program.

• Scholars with a Ph.D. in the physical sciences, engineering, life sciences, humanities, or social sciences awarded by Brown University’s School of Engineering and the Office of the Dean of the Faculty will be considered.
• The program is open only to those who have received their PhD from Brown recently, with degrees awarded after May 1, 2024 or degree requirements complete before January 1, 2026.

This postdoctoral appointment is not renewable beyond year two. Brown offers only the J-1 visa classification to scholars who need immigration sponsorship in order to enter the U.S. and commence lawful employment under the terms of their appointment.

• Cover letter, CV, and three confidential letters of recommendation. The cover letter should include a description of research and teaching interests and showcase the candidate’s capacity to contribute to Brown’s diverse and inclusive university community. You should also identify the academic department(s) and/or institute(s) in which you would like to work.

Only applications received by November 15, 2025 are assured of a full review. Decisions about appointments are anticipated by the close of February 2026.

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