Visiting Researcher
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Job Summary
The Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization invites applications for sabbatical researchers to visit and serve as Sabbatical Fellows on an ongoing basis. Faculty in fields or with sabbatical projects related to conservative programs, projects, and/or activities of the Center are eligible to apply. Though it is assumed that Sabbatical Fellows will spend much of their time conducting their own research, the Center would expect them to participate in bi-weekly faculty seminars and other activities. Sabbatical Fellows will be appointed as Visiting Researcher, given office space in the Center, and University of Colorado privileges.
Anticipated start date: Fall 2024
Who We Are
The Benson Center promotes study of the intellectual, artistic and political traditions that characterize Western civilization. Central to this mission is our dedication to fostering dialogue about fundamental values and controversial questions. The Center provides a forum for free inquiry and open debate, and it promotes academic freedom and intellectual diversity on campus in a time of increasing political polarization and homogeneity.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Work on faculty research that relates to the Benson Center's mission to promote critical reflection on the distinctive traditions and political perspectives that characterize Western Civilization. The visiting researcher will also be expected to participate in biweekly faculty seminars and other Center activities. Faculty in fields or with sabbatical projects related to conservative programs, projects, and/or activities of the Center are eligible to apply.
What We Can Offer
Applicants should make every effort to bring their own funding to remain in residence. If such support is not possible, candidates with part-time support can apply for additional support from the Benson Center to match the home institution’s contribution (for instance, one semester of salary support to match the home institution’s sabbatical salary, plus a yearlong appointment in the Benson Center). If external funding is not available, the Benson Center will provide a monthly salary between $6,111.11 - $6,700 for a full-time position, dependent on experience. Benefits will also be provided for 50% time or greater appointments, including health insurance.
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What We Require
Completed Ph.D., or a doctoral degree in progress with a dissertation defense date scheduled.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume or CV.
- Cover letter indicating how your work will fit in with the Benson Center's mission (up to 3 pages).
- Executive summary of your proposed project (up to 200 words).
- Statement of Financial Support - statement indicating the sort of financial support needed. Statement of financial report should include what kind of financial support applicant is looking for, and if any financial support is offered from the home institution.
During the application process you will need to enter contact information for three references. We will request a letter of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses.
If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version (if applicable) as an optional attachment.
Applications will be evaluated on the basis of their appropriateness to the mission of the Center. This position will remain open until finalists have been identified.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu