Workmen's Circle/Dr. Emanuel Patt Visiting Professorship in Eastern European Jewish Studies
Workmen's Circle/Dr. Emanuel Patt Visiting Professorship in Eastern European Jewish Studies supports postdoctoral scholars’ research at YIVO’s Library and Archives, paired with a public lecture.
Funder: YIVO Institute for Jewish Research
Due Dates: January 15, 2027 (Application deadline, 2027–2028)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 stipend for three months of research
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research in Eastern European Jewish studies at the YIVO Library and Archives and a public lecture by the visiting faculty member.
Key Information: The visiting faculty member must deliver a public lecture during or immediately after the research period.
Description
The Workmen's Circle/Dr. Emanuel Patt Visiting Professorship supports three months of postdoctoral research in Eastern European Jewish studies at the YIVO Library and Archives. Established by the Van Cortlandt Workmen's Circle Community House, the appointment pairs research in YIVO’s collections with a public lecture by the visiting faculty member.
The professorship is offered through YIVO Institute for Jewish Research, whose library and archives support scholarship on East European Jewish history and culture. It may be awarded independently or combined with designated YIVO fellowships across several fields of Jewish studies. The current application cycle is for 2027–2028.
