About the Fellowship
The Lora Bryning Redford Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Archaeology at the University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, USA, is a prestigious, fully funded, one-year postdoctoral position commencing in Fall 2026. This fellowship is designed for early-career archaeologists specialising in the Late Antique Mediterranean (c. 400–1000 CE) and offers an exceptional opportunity to combine research excellence with undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts environment. The fellowship supports interdisciplinary engagement across archaeology, history, art history, religious studies, and anthropology, while encouraging scholarly approaches to cross-cultural encounters, urban development, and cultural heritage. Through teaching, public engagement, and mentoring, the Fellow will contribute meaningfully to institutional academic life while advancing their own research profile within an internationally recognised academic setting.
Fellowship / Details
- Position Title: Lora Bryning Redford Post-Doctoral Fellow in Archaeology
- Host Institution: University of Puget Sound
- Administering Body / Funding Agency: University of Puget Sound
- Location: Tacoma, Washington, USA
- Research Field(s): Archaeology, Late Antique Mediterranean Studies
- Fellowship Type: Full-time Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Level: Early-career
- Fellowship Duration: 12 months (non-renewable)
- Expected Start Date: Fall 2026
- Working Hours: As per institutional academic norms
- Funding/Compensation: USD $61,000 annual salary plus benefits
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD in Archaeology
Supported Research Fields / Areas
- Late Antique Mediterranean archaeology
- Early Islamic civilisation
- Byzantine Empire studies
- Early medieval Western Europe
- Urban archaeology and cities
- Cross-cultural encounters
- Cultural heritage studies
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Completed a PhD in Archaeology within the last four years
- Demonstrated research expertise in Late Antique Mediterranean archaeology
Preferred Qualifications:
- Teaching experience at the undergraduate level
- Interdisciplinary research profile
- Ability to engage archaeology across multiple academic disciplines
Not Eligible:
- Applicants without a completed PhD
- Scholars outside the specified archaeological period and region
Fellowship / Job Benefits
- Annual salary of USD $61,000
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Professional development support
- Access to institutional research resources
- Faculty mentoring and career development
- Inclusive academic and teaching environment
Key Responsibilities
- Teach four undergraduate courses during the academic year
- Deliver a public research lecture
- Advise students on archaeology, field schools, and graduate pathways
- Serve as a campus resource for archaeological studies
- Participate in departmental and interdisciplinary academic life
Application Process
How to Apply:
- Submit your application via the University of Puget Sound online application system
- Ensure all required documents are uploaded before the deadline
Required Documents:
- Application form
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Interest
- Teaching Statement
- Diversity Statement
- Three Letters of Reference
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Currently open
- Deadline: 9 March 2026
- Interview Period: As notified by the University
- Final Results Notification: To be announced
- Fellowship Start Date: Fall 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: University of Puget Sound
- Official Fellowship Notification: click here
- Apply Online Here: click here
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