Postdoctoral Scholar – Teaching Fellow in the Department of Middle East Studies

The Department of Middle East Studies at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles invites applications for a one-year post-doctoral fellowship in Middle East Studies. Researchers with training in Environmental Studies, anthropology, political economy, urban studies, and geography are particularly encouraged to apply. This fellowship is renewable for a second year contingent upon administrative approval.

In addition to research, the successful candidate is expected to teach 3 courses per academic year and to participate in the intellectual life of the department and other units on campus. This person will receive a stipend of $70,000 plus benefits. Applicants must have received their Ph.D. within the last five years or at the latest by August 16, 2024, the start date of the position. Review of complete applications will begin immediately. Further information is available by contacting Lisa Phung ([email protected] ) or Ramzi Rouighi ([email protected] ).

In addition to the letter of application, applicants should include their curriculum vitae, a writing sample, three recommendation letters, and sample syllabi. Position will remain open until filled.

Fixed-term Postdoctoral Scholar – Teaching Fellow position in the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, Department of Middle East Studies.