Postdoctoral Researcher at the Rank of Instructor

The University of Chicago, Committee on Conceptual and Historical Studies of Science seeks applications for appointment as Postdoctoral Researcher at the rank of Instructor for a nonrenewable two-year term. The Postdoctoral Researcher will work on independent research under a faculty member’s guidance, conducting advanced, independent, or collaborative research, aiming for high-impact publications of scholarly merit. Simultaneously, the researcher will teach up to three courses per year, distributed over three quarters. Their teaching responsibilities will primarily serve the History, Philosophy, and Social Studies of Science and Medicine's (HIPSS) undergraduate core sequence in the Science, Culture, and Society in Western Civilization, as well as other assigned courses in the HIPS undergraduate major. Candidates with expertise in the History of Science and demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching preferred. The position will begin on or after September 1, 2026.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

Candidates must have completed all requirements for the PhD degree prior to the start of the appointment.

Applicants must apply online at the University of Chicago’s Interfolio academic job board at http://apply.interfolio.com/180386 .

Applicants are required to submit: (1) a cover letter; (2) a CV; (3) contact information for three references; (4) a teaching statement; (5) a syllabus for a proposed course in the Science, Culture, and Society in Western Civilization - Ancient Period; and (6) a writing sample of no more than 30 pages in total length. Review of applications begins April 3,2026 will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.

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Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.

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Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu  with their request.