Harvard University’s Committee on Medieval Studies calls all those who have obtained PhD or equivalent to apply for their Visiting Scholar or Fellow Program. Although the program is not funded, Scholars will have opportunity of working with the university’s resources, from manuscript library, to various seminars.

Terms for Visiting Scholars and Fellows range from three to six months, depending on the nature of the research taking place. All students will have access to a wide-range of Harvard’s facilities throughout their stay. In return, Scholars are expected to share their research findings via seminar or similar public space.

The purpose of this particular Scholar Program is to encourage students to engage in the medieval world through the means of research, discussion, and dialogue. For this reason, Harvard University welcomes Scholars and Fellows who wish to work in any area of the medieval world, from religion to culture in Europe, Africa, or Eurasia. Scholars will be embraced into Harvard’s community of medievalists, known for their social and powerfully intellectual nature.

Since these positions are not funded, the visiting Scholars and Fellows must have the means to financially support themselves, and any accompanying dependents for the duration of their stay. Additionally, Scholars are expected to secure their own accommodation. Those who are not residents of the United States will need to obtain their own visa in order to legally enter and reside in the U.S. Harvard will expect proof that all Scholars are able to fund themselves, and accompanying family, for the whole program.

To apply, applicants should submit: an application form, résumé, a 750-word research proposal, and two letters of recommendation – one must be written by a member of staff from Harvard who knows the applicant and their work. Applications are accepted bi-annually; the deadline for those wishing to apply for Spring 2021 is Friday, 4 September 2020. For those wishing to join the program in Fall 2021, applications should reach the University by April 3, 2021.

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The Academy Scholars Program at the Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies is designed for outstanding scholars in the beginning of their careers. The program allows scholars who are focused on the social sciences or law (particularly in the areas of language and history of cultures outside of the United States or Canada) to conduct research elucidating issues both past and present. These issues can be related to domestic, transnational, or comparative topics.

Candidates are chosen based on their resourcefulness and initiative, along with their overall originality. Individuals whose work in regions outside of the United States shows promise for exceptional careers in major institutions or universities will be given preference.

Selected candidates will be granted a two-year, in-residence, postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. They will receive ample financial assistance, as well as research support, in order to engage in long-term research projects in their chosen disciplines. These scholars will receive mentors, known as the Senior Scholars, to guide them along in achieving their greatest academic potential.

Only candidates who have recently received PhDs or doctoral degrees in the social science s or law will be considered. Those who are still pursuing a PhD and have completed their training but are still in the thesis writing process may also apply. However, the PhD completion date in all circumstances must be within three years of the October 1 application deadline.

Four or five schools will be named to two-year appointments, with the scholars expected to live in the Cambridge area for their entire appointments. Scholars will receive $67,000 per year, with a deduction for candidates who have not yet earned their PhDs. This stipend will be accompanied by additional funding for conference and research travel, health insurance coverage, and research assistants. While candidates are encouraged to teach courses while engaging in their appointments, this is not required.

All application materials must be received no later than October 1. No late applications will be considered. Applications should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume (including a list of publications), a research proposal, three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s PhD program transcript. Questions can be directed to applicationinquiries@wcfia.harvard.edu.

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The Harvard University Center for Jewish Studies has released a call for qualified applicants to apply to the Harry Starr Fellowship in Judaica. This award, established by a gift from the estate of Harry Starr, A.B. 1921, LL.B. 1924, recognizes his memory in its goals. Starr had a broad vision of academic Jewish studies and the significance of their inclusion in a university setting, particularly within the humanities and social sciences.

The fellowship is available each academic year for applicants from any discipline in the humanities and social sciences. Junior faculty are encouraged to apply, though applicants must have experience with studies in Judaica. A PhD is also required and applicants must have received that PhD after January 206 but before June 2018. They must be untenured.

The award covers all travel expenses as well as a stipend for a small group of scholars from around the world. This stipend provides $40,000 for the spring semester, or $60,000 for the full year. This fellowship allows scholars to gather at Harvard to engage in full-time academic research within a designated subject area in Judaica. Because scholars are drawn from a variety of university and disciplines, the fellows will share their research with each other as well as the rest of the Harvard community.

Recipients of the fellowship must reside in the Boston area for the duration of the program. They must also actively participate in the Center community and remain in residence during the spring semester. Full year awards are also available. Fellows must devote full-time study to their projects without undertaking any other major time commitments. They will present their work during a spring semester.

Students can apply online and must also submit a short project proposal, CV, and two letters of recommendation. All applications are due no later than Wednesday, January 17, 2018. Recommendations and questions may be directed to:

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