Postdoctoral Fellowship in Digital Humanities Rochester, USA

About the Fellowship

The Humanities Center at the University of Rochester invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Fellowship in Digital Humanities, beginning 1 September 2026. This prestigious fellowship offers early-career scholars an opportunity to advance innovative research in the digital humanities, blending computational methods with critical inquiry across humanistic disciplines. Fellows will engage deeply with digital tools, collaborate across academic fields, and contribute to the university’s expanding digital research ecosystem. The position supports both independent research and teaching, providing a vibrant intellectual community and full institutional support to develop professional expertise in the field.

Fellowship / Details

Position Title: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Digital Humanities
Host Institution: University of Rochester, Humanities Center
Administering Body / Funding Agency: Humanities Center, University of Rochester
Location: Rochester, New York, United States
Research Field(s): Digital Humanities, Computational Humanities, Humanistic Data Studies, Digital Cultural Studies
Fellowship Type: Full-time Postdoctoral Fellowship
Level: Early-career
Fellowship Duration: 2 years (with a possible 1-year extension)
Expected Start Date: September 2026
Working Hours: Full-time, as per university norms
Funding/Compensation: Competitive stipend (in line with national postdoctoral guidelines), full benefits, research and professional development support
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD in a Humanities discipline (completed by start date)

Supported Research Fields / Areas:

Digital Humanities
Interdisciplinary Humanities and Computational Methods
Data Visualisation, Archival Studies, Digital Pedagogy

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in any Humanities discipline with demonstrated expertise in Digital Humanities
Degree must be completed by 1 September 2026
Demonstrated experience with digital tools, computational approaches, or digital analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong publication record or evidence of scholarly potential
Prior teaching experience at the university level
Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration

Not Eligible:

Applicants without a completed PhD by the fellowship start date

Fellowship / Job Benefits

Competitive stipend with benefits
Health insurance coverage
Research and professional development support
Access to university resources and facilities
Opportunities to present research and participate in workshops, lectures, and seminars
Collaborative environment within the Humanities Center

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent research in Digital Humanities
Develop and teach one yearlong graduate-level introductory course in Digital Humanities
Participate in bi-weekly seminars, workshops, and conferences hosted by the Humanities Center
Present research outcomes annually
Contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations and the centre’s academic community

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit application via Interfolio portal
Include all required documents before the deadline

Required Documents:

Cover letter
Research proposal (maximum 1000 words)
Teaching statement and draft syllabus for an introductory graduate-level Digital Humanities course
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Writing sample
Three confidential letters of recommendation