Postdoctoral Fellow in History & Heritage – St Andrews

About the Position/Job

The University of St Andrews, School of English, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in History and Heritage to join the AHRC-funded project “Histories of Hope? Museum Redevelopment at Camp Nelson National Monument”, under the supervision of Dr Kristen Treen. This 14-month fixed-term fellowship offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research on African American Civil War history and its commemoration at Camp Nelson National Monument, Kentucky, USA. The successful candidate will play a central role in developing community-engaged museum exhibits, conducting outreach, and co-creating innovative approaches to heritage interpretation. This post aligns with the University’s commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship, public engagement, and inclusive historical research, making it ideal for early-career scholars eager to bridge academia, heritage practice, and community collaboration.

Position/Job Details

Position: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Institution: University of St Andrews
Department: School of English
Research Field: History, Heritage, Museum Studies
Location: St Andrews, UK
Number of Posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (14 months)
Start Date (Anticipated): 15 September 2025 or soon thereafter
Working Hours: 35 per week
Salary Range: £36,784 – £46,049 per annum
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

U.S. History and Culture
African American History and Culture
Museums and Decolonial Practice
Memory and Cultural Heritage

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD (or near completion) in History, Art History, Archaeology, or Museums and Heritage Studies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Expertise in U.S. history and culture, African American heritage, or museum/heritage practices.
Experience in community-engaged research and/or public history.