About the Fellowship
The McKennan Postdoctoral Fellowship in Archaeology at Dartmouth College is a prestigious full-time postdoctoral fellowship designed to support cutting-edge research into the human past using archaeological science. Hosted by the Department of Anthropology in Hanover, New Hampshire, this fellowship offers a two-year funded appointment, with the possibility of a third-year extension, beginning in September 2026. The fellowship supports scholars with an active field-based or laboratory-based research agenda aligned with departmental faculty interests, under the academic mentorship of Professor Jesse Casana. Fellows are expected to remain in residence, teach two courses per year, and collaborate on interdisciplinary research projects. With access to advanced laboratory facilities, equipment, and institutional research funding, the fellowship strengthens Dartmouth’s commitment to innovative archaeological research, academic collaboration, and inclusive scholarly excellence.
Fellowship / Details
- Position Title: McKennan Postdoctoral Fellow in Archaeology
- Host Institution: Dartmouth College
- Administering Body / Funding Agency: Department of Anthropology, Dartmouth College
- Location: Hanover, New Hampshire, United States
- Research Field(s): Archaeology, Archaeological Science, Anthropology
- Fellowship Type: Full-time Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Level: Early-career
- Fellowship Duration: Two years, potentially extendable to three years
- Expected Start Date: September 2026
- Working Hours: Full-time as per institutional norms
- Funding/Compensation: Competitive salary with institutional research funding and facilities
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Supported Research Fields / Areas
- Archaeological science
- Field-based archaeology
- Laboratory-based archaeology
- Human past and material culture studies
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field, or ABD candidates with degree completed before start date
- Active archaeological research programme
- Eligibility to work in the United States, including J-1 visa sponsorship if applicable
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong alignment with departmental research strengths
- Demonstrated collaborative potential
- Prior teaching experience in archaeology or anthropology
Not Eligible:
- Applicants without a completed or near-completed doctoral degree by the fellowship start date
Fellowship / Job Benefits
- Competitive monthly salary for the full fellowship duration
- Health insurance coverage as per institutional policy
- Research and professional travel support
- J-1 visa sponsorship for eligible international candidates
- Access to laboratories, office space, equipment, and institutional research resources
- Professional development opportunities via the Guarini School for Graduate and Advanced Studies
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent and collaborative archaeological research
- Teach two undergraduate courses annually
- Contribute to scholarly publications
- Engage in departmental activities
- Participate actively in Dartmouth’s academic community
Application Process
How to Apply:
- Submit application electronically via Interfolio Faculty Search before the position is filled
Required Documents:
- Curriculum vitae, including three referees
- Cover letter outlining research and teaching interests
- Additional materials if requested for shortlisted candidates
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 2 February 2026
- Review of Applications Begins: 9 March 2026
- Interview Period: TBA
- Fellowship Start Date: September 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: Dartmouth College
- Official Fellowship Notification: Click here
- Apply Online Here: Interfolio Faculty Search
Contact for Queries: jesse.j.casana@dartmouth.edu
