Cogut Institute for the Humanities Postdoctoral Research Associate Appointments
Brown University's Cogut Institute offers two-year postdoctoral appointments for humanities scholars to advance research, teach, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration.
Funder: Brown University
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Departmental proposals)
Funding Amounts: Up to 2 Mellon and 2 International Humanities postdoctoral appointments per year; each appointment is two years; salary, standard benefits, $2,000/year research fund, and up to $1,500 for search costs per associate.
Summary: Enables Brown departments to propose joint postdoctoral humanities appointments to address instructional needs and enrich research culture.
Key Information: Only departments/programs may apply; individuals cannot apply directly for postdoc positions.
Description
The Cogut Institute for the Humanities at Brown University offers academic departments, programs, centers, and institutes the opportunity to propose joint postdoctoral research associate appointments that align with their teaching and research priorities. These two-year appointments are structured to address emerging instructional needs, advance innovative humanities research, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration across the university. Postdoctoral research associates selected through this program will engage in teaching, participate in weekly institute seminars, and contribute to the vibrant scholarly community at Brown.
