The Kellogg Institute for International Studies is now accepting applications for its prestigious Postdoctoral Visiting Fellowships. This opportunity is designed for early-career scholars specializing in global democracy, offering a chance to advance their research in a dynamic academic setting. The fellowship provides a supportive environment for professional growth and collaboration with leading faculty and international peers.
Fellowship Highlights
- Focus: Research on global democracy.
- Eligibility: Early-career scholars with a recently awarded PhD (within three years of the fellowship start date).
- Benefits: Competitive stipend, travel expenses, research funding, and medical insurance.
- Duration: Typically one academic year, with potential for renewal.
- Residency: Fellows are required to be in residence at the Kellogg Institute.
Research and Collaboration Opportunities
Postdoctoral Fellows become part of a vibrant cohort at the Kellogg Institute, gaining dedicated time and resources to further their academic work. The program encourages fellows to present their research, actively engage in seminars and events, and contribute to the institute’s intellectual community. A key expectation is the publication of research conducted during the fellowship, with appropriate acknowledgment of the Kellogg Institute’s support.
Eligibility and Application Requirements
Scholars from any country are encouraged to apply, provided they have earned their PhD within the last three years and their research aligns with the focus on global democracy. Graduates of the University of Notre Dame PhD programs are not eligible. While social sciences are the primary disciplines, exceptional candidates from other fields may be considered. Non-U.S. citizens must demonstrate strong English proficiency and be eligible for a J-1 visa, keeping in mind U.S. immigration rules regarding prior J-1 program participation.
The application package includes:
- Cover letter detailing interest and preferred dates.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Detailed research project statement (6–10 pages).
- Short abstract (150 words).
- Brief biography (200–300 words).
- Three confidential letters of recommendation submitted via Interfolio.
- Visiting Fellowship Application Form.
- Institutional Required Information Form.
The deadline for applications is October 1, 2025.
