By Ismah Ayomide
The Pembroke Centre for Teaching and Research on Women at Brown University invites applications for its highly regarded Postdoctoral Research Fellowships—an opportunity for early-career scholars in the humanities to advance their research and join a vibrant intellectual community.
Selected fellows will embark on a two-year appointment dedicated to advancing individual research projects while engaging deeply with peers. The programme emphasises both independent scholarship and collaboration:
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Fellows participate in weekly Pembroke seminars, contributing to dynamic academic exchange.
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Each fellow teaches one course per semester, gaining valuable teaching experience within the university.
Benefits
The fellowship provides substantial resources to ensure scholars can fully dedicate themselves to their work, including:
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Competitive annual salary.
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Comprehensive health benefits.
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A dedicated research budget.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Ph.D. in hand by June 30, 2025.
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Ph.D. received no more than five years prior to application
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No prior employment at Brown University
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Ph.D. not awarded by Brown University
Application materials
Applicants must submit:
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Cover letter outlining research interests
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Current curriculum vitae (CV)
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Detailed research proposal (max. 2,500 words, including bibliography)
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Writing sample (max. 25 pages)
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Two confidential letters of reference (to be submitted directly by referees)
Deadlines
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Application deadline: October 18, 2025
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Reference letters deadline: November 1, 2025
Click here to apply. And check our global Opportunities page for more.
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