Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in Science & Technology Studies
Cornell's Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship supports research on the social and epistemic aspects of science, technology, and governance, offering mentorship and integration into the academic community.
Funder: Cornell University
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027: Letter of degree-conferral deadline (projected) | January 2027: Full application submission deadline via Academic Jobs Online (projected)
Funding Amounts: $64,000/year stipend for two years; limited teaching duties; departmental and Society for the Humanities affiliation.
Summary: A two-year postdoctoral fellowship at Cornell for scholars examining the social and epistemic dimensions of science and technology, especially governance, with strong mentorship and integration into the academic community.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all deadlines are projected and subject to change.
Description
The Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in Science & Technology Studies at Cornell University is a two-year teaching-research appointment sponsored by the Society for the Humanities and the Department of Science & Technology Studies. The fellowship is centered on the theme "Science, Technology, and Governance," supporting scholars whose research explores the social and epistemic dimensions of science and technology, particularly from 1900 to the present. Fellows will conduct independent research, teach one seminar per semester, and participate actively in departmental and Society events. The program emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and integration into the academic community, with fellows assigned a faculty mentor and included in regular seminars and colloquia. The fellowship aims to foster a supportive and inclusive environment for postdoctoral scholars.
