Postdoctoral Researcher – Open Application Pool - Arts and Letters

Summary

Closing Date: Applications accepted continuously

Review of Applications: Reviewed as needed; screening occurs as positions become available

Position Overview:

This posting is open to all postdoctoral researchers interested in joining a dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment. Research may include experimental, computational, theoretical, or applied work and may involve collaboration across disciplines.

Job Responsibilities:

Minimum Qualifications:

- Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant discipline (completed by the start date)
- Demonstrated research experience in any relevant area
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams

Duties:

- Conduct independent and collaborative research
- Contribute to manuscripts, reports, and grant proposals
- Present research findings at meetings or conferences
- Mentor students and participate in collaborative research groups

Facilities & Opportunities:

Access to University laboratories, field equipment, high-performance computing, and specialized resources to support innovative research.

Why Work Here:

The College of Arts & Letters fosters scholarship and creative activity across the humanities, arts, and social sciences. With research strengths in communication, creative writing, fine arts, history, literature, music, philosophy, political science, sociology, theatre, and cultural studies, Arts & Letters provides an interdisciplinary environment where postdoctoral researchers can explore the intersections of culture, technology, and society while contributing to ODU’s broader strategic priorities.

Application Instructions:

Submit a CV (including publication list), a cover letter, and names/contact information for three references. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

This position is being filled through the Research Foundation, which is a separate entity from Old Dominion University (ODU). While we work in support of ODU, the Research Foundation operates independently and is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization.

The organization is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer (AA/EOE/M/F/Disability/VETS/Drug-Free Workplace). We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions — including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, and promotion — are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Affirmative action efforts are conducted consistent with applicable laws to promote equal opportunity in employment and advancement.