Hybrid CECE Postdoctoral Fellow bei American University

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The School of International Service at American University (AU) invites applications for a twelve-month Center for Environment, Community, & Equity (CECE) Postdoctoral Fellow.  The Post-Doctoral fellow will work on the Workforce Development and the 4Rs Project under the project’s Principal Investigator, Professor Dana R. Fisher. We seek a junior scholar with a deep knowledge about environmental social science and civic engagement, and a strong background in mixed methodologies to join the project’s research team.  In addition to working with the team to collect and analyze data, and write-up the research findings, the post-doctoral fellow will support our DataCorps Fellowship Program, which trains graduate students to evaluate civic programs that are springing up across the US to respond to and recover from disasters. There are no teaching responsibilities associated with this fellowship. 

We welcome applicants who possess the ability to engage with research and scholarship from multiple disciplines. Preference will be given to applicants with direct experience studying service corps and other workforce development programs working, as well as experience with actionable research and strong intrapersonal skills, with a record of published research.

The position begins on September 1, 2025, with the possibility of renewal for additional time.

The postdoctoral fellow can work remotely, but is expected to be an active participant in the School of International Service’s vibrant intellectual community. Other fellowship expectations include contributing to the day-to-day activities at the Center for Environment, Community, & Equity (CECE), including helping to coordinate environmental events, hosting guests, writing for the CECE Clearinghouse, and providing other administrative support (for up to 25% of the fellow’s time).

Applicants should hold a PhD or the highest equivalent degree in any discipline connected to the social sciences by the start date, though ABD applications will be considered. Annual salary: $70,000 plus benefits. Review of applications will begin on July 31, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.    

Applications must be submitted electronically via the Workday application system.  Applications should include the following:

•           Cover letter detailing the applicant’s research background and expertise

•           Curriculum vitae

•           Sample publications

•           Brief research statement including research agenda

•           The names and email addresses of three references the Workday system can contact them for a confidential letter of recommendation

Queries about the position may be sent to Professor Dana Fisher ([email protected]). Queries about the online application system may be sent to SIS Faculty Affairs ([email protected]).

American University is a private institution within easy reach of the many centers of government, business, research, and the arts located within the nation’s capital. For more information about American University, visit www.american.edu.

American University's School of International Service (SIS) is a top-ten school of international affairs with 3,000 students, 120+ full-time faculty and more than 20,000 alumni worldwide.  SIS faculty produce transformational research and our prime location provides opportunities for collaboration with professionals in government, the private sector, and think tanks and other non-profits.

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities. 

American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. 

Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check. 

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.

Other Details

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.