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The University of Texas at Austin

America in the World Consortium Postdoctoral Fellowship, 2026-2027 at The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX

Job Description

The America in the World Consortium at Duke University Johns Hopkins SAIS the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Florida seeks applications from recent Ph.D. recipients for its Postdoctoral Fellowship Program.The America in the World Consortium (AWC) is a dynamic partnership of universities seeking to create a more vibrant debate among policy-interested scholars about Americas role in the world. We are committed to preparing the next generation to confront geopolitical challenges and advance American national interests abroad. AWC prioritizes an intellectually diverse research community and supports fellows across a variety of disciplines. AWC seeks Postdoctoral Fellows for in-residence positions beginning in August 2026. Applicants will be considered for up to eight (8) fellowship positions for one (1) year in residence at one of the four partner institutions with the possibilty of a one (1) year renewal: Duke University Program in American Grand Strategy (AGS) Johns Hopkins University Henry A. Kissinger Center for Global Affairs at SAIS University of Texas at Austin Clements Center for National Security University of Florida Hamilton School for Classical and Civic EducationApplicants from all disciplines whose research bears directly on American grand strategy broadly defined are welcome to apply. However preference will be given to applicants with a doctorate in history political science public policy classics and political philosophy whose research has a strong connection to policy. Successful applicants will be able to spend the substantial portion of their time working on their own research and writing projects while taking advantage of the many academic resources available at their institution. Additionally Fellows will be required to play an active role in the host institutions programs and activities. Additional responsibilities will be by mutual agreement between the Fellow and the AWC directors. For example in some cases Fellows will have the opportunity to teach an undergraduate course.Fellows accepted to the program will be offered a competitive stipend of $72000 access to benefits and full use of campus facilities in addition to other university-specific benefits. The fellowship position will provide funding for a minimum of 12 months and up to 24 months. Fellows will also be given a research fund of $7500 to cover legitimate research-related expenses as needed.Applicants are required to have received a Ph.D. by August 1 2026 in a relevant field such as history political science public policy classics or political philosophy. Applicants who have received a Ph.D. in language studies area studies or other related fields may be considered if their research explicitly engages U.S. foreign policy. Key Skills Virology,Bioinformatics,Genetics,R,Biochemistry,Cell Biology,Research Experience,Spectroscopy,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Microscopy,Research Laboratory Experience Employment Type : Grant Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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