About the Position
The Program in Agrarian Studies at Yale University’s MacMillan Center is inviting applications for two Postdoctoral Associate positions for the 2026–2027 academic year. This prestigious fellowship supports emerging and established scholars, as well as knowledgeable activists and public intellectuals, whose research brings new insights into the study of agrarian societies, agriculture, farmers, and rural life. Fellows will be based in New Haven, Connecticut, and are expected to contribute actively by presenting their work, participating in the weekly colloquium, and engaging in intellectual exchange with scholars across disciplines. The program is internationally renowned for its interdisciplinary approach, bridging the humanities, social sciences, environmental studies, and related fields, with a strong focus on lived experience and theoretical innovation.
Position Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Associate
- Institution: Yale University
- Department: MacMillan Center – Program in Agrarian Studies
- Research Field: Agrarian Studies, Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Humanities
- Location: New Haven, Connecticut, USA
- Number of Posts: 2
- Job Type: Full-time, Residential Fellowship
- Start Date (Anticipated): August 2026
- Working Hours: Full academic year residency
- Salary Range: Commensurate with experience (as per Yale Postdoctoral Affairs policy)
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Agrarian societies and rural life
- Agriculture and farmers
- Humanities and social sciences approaches
- Environmental studies and interdisciplinary research
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD completed by start date (proof required)
- Strong research proposal aligned with agrarian studies
Preferred Qualifications:
- Early-career scholars, established researchers, or public intellectuals with impactful work
- Interdisciplinary approaches and international perspectives
Key Responsibilities
- Be in residence at Yale University for the 2026–2027 academic year
- Present a paper at the Agrarian Studies Colloquium
- Actively participate in weekly seminars and intellectual exchange
Application Process
How to Apply:
- Submit via Interfolio: Apply Here
- Stage 1 Application: Submit a two-page proposal and a two-page CV (only first two pages will be reviewed).
- Stage 2 (Shortlisted Candidates): Submit a writing sample (max 25 pages) and two reference letters.
Required Documents:
- Two-page research proposal
- Two-page CV
- Writing sample (for shortlisted candidates)
- Two recommendation letters (for shortlisted candidates)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: September 8, 2025
- Deadline: January 5, 2026 (midnight EST – firm deadline)
- Interview Date: To be announced
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Yale MacMillan Center – Agrarian Studies
- Official Notification: Click here
- Apply Now: Submit via Interfolio
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