Two-Year Postdoctoral Instructorship in History of Science, Technology, and Medicine
This two-year postdoctoral instructorship, funded by the Huntington Library, supports research and teaching in the history of science, technology, and medicine at Caltech and The Huntington.
Funder: Huntington Library Art Collections and Botanical Gardens
Due Dates: November 15, 2026 (Full application, 2027–2028 cycle)
Funding Amounts: Two-year postdoctoral fellowship; comparable long-term fellowships typically offer $50,000/year; specific stipend not listed.
Summary: Two-year postdoctoral instructorship for recent Ph.D.s in the history of science, technology, and medicine, combining teaching at Caltech with research at The Huntington.
Key Information: Offered every other year; fellows teach two courses/year at Caltech and conduct independent research at The Huntington.
Description
This is a prestigious two-year postdoctoral instructorship jointly offered by Caltech and The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. The program is designed for recent Ph.D. recipients specializing in the history of science, technology, and medicine. Fellows will teach two undergraduate courses per year at Caltech while pursuing independent research projects utilizing The Huntington's extensive collections. The instructorship aims to foster both teaching and scholarly development in a collaborative, resource-rich environment. The position is offered every other year and provides an immersive experience at the intersection of research and pedagogy.
