Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies

The Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies at Princeton University invites applications for a limited number of Stanley J. Seeger Visiting Research Fellowships in Hellenic Studies for scholars, writers, or artists from Greece and other overseas countries (i.e., not the United States or Canada) who wish to spend time in residence at Princeton pursuing independent research projects, free of teaching and other obligations.

 

These fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis and normally offered annually. Awardees will be appointed for one term, rank contingent on credentials, pursuing research on a full-time basis.  Visiting fellowships are available for the fall or spring terms, or during the summer months. On occasion, shorter term appointments may be possible for writers-in-residence or artists-in-residence, or scholars who have been prior recipients of a visiting research fellowship or other Hellenic Studies fellowships at Princeton University.

 

Fall term appointments are from September 1, 2012 to December 15, 2012 (3 ½ months).  Spring term appointments are from January 15, 2013 to May 30, 2013 (4 ½ months). Summer appointments are decided on a case-by-case basis.  The lengths and terms of the appointment will be determined by the Committee on Hellenic Studies.  These fellowships are residential and, as such, fellows (as short-term University employees) are required to be at Princeton at all times, devoting the major portion of their time to research and writing.  They are required to participate in Hellenic Studies activities and the intellectual life of the University.  They present their work-in-progress at Hellenic Studies workshops and are encouraged to meet colleagues in their respective academic disciplines. They enjoy full access to the University's library, archival, and computing resources. Fellows are provided shared workspace at the Hellenic Studies office, as well as access to the Hellenic Studies Reading Room in the University Library.  No secretarial services or office supplies are available to fellows.  Computing support is available through the University’s Office of Information Technology.  Before their departure, fellows are required to submit a report on their scholarly activities at Princeton.

 

Stanley J. Seeger Visiting Research Fellowships provide a monthly salary:  during the academic year 2012-2013, scholars with an institutional affiliation will receive a monthly salary of $3,300; independent scholars, writers or artists will receive a monthly salary of $3,664.  Fellows are responsible for their own travel and moving arrangements and expenses as well as finding and securing their own housing in Princeton. 

 

Eligibility: (a) scholars in all disciplines of the humanities or the social sciences, who are affiliated with Greek academic institutions, including universities and research institutes.  Early career scholars with “Law 407” adjunct appointments at Greek institutions will also be considered; (b) professionals who are affiliated with Greek libraries, museums, the Archaeological Service, governmental agencies, etc.; (c) independent scholars (i.e., not affiliated with an institution) who are residents of Greece or other overseas countries, and who have a distinguished record of published work; (d) Hellenists (i.e., scholars in Classical Studies, Late Antique Studies, Byzantine Studies, or Modern Greek Studies), irrespective of nationality, who hold regular faculty or research appointments at academic institutions in overseas countries other than Greece; (e) scholars in the sciences or engineering, who are affiliated with Greek academic institutions, including universities and research institutes, and whose work relates to Hellenic Studies in the field of education (policy and/or curriculum development), history of science and technology, or environmental studies.

 

Graduate students and recent recipients of a Ph.D. degree without an academic appointment are not eligible for these fellowships.  A Ph.D. degree or other terminal professional degree (i.e. J.D., M. Arch) is required. Candidates without a Ph.D. must demonstrate extensive scholarly record, creative achievement and/or professional experience, and their proposed project at Princeton must not relate to work towards any degree (e.g., dissertation).

 

The Committee may consider applications from individuals who have already held a Stanley J. Seeger Research Fellowship or another appointment through Hellenic Studies.  However, in all but exceptional circumstances, a period of at least seven years must elapse between two appointments or fellowship awards. 

 

Language Requirement:  Fellows are expected to be fluent in English.

 

Housing:  The Princeton University Housing Office has a limited number of apartments available for lease to individuals who are awarded visiting fellowships through Hellenic Studies. These modestly furnished, one-bedroom, non-smoking apartments are located within easy walking distance of campus. The maximum occupancy for each apartment is two persons and pets are not permitted. Payments not exceeding $2,000 per month will be made by Hellenic Studies on behalf of fellows who lease one of these apartments through the University Housing Office. Depending upon individual status, fellows may be subject to taxation if they receive the benefit of these payments.  The payments are intended to cover rent, in addition to related housing expenses (utilities, local phone, basic cable and DSL). Housing expenses exceeding this amount will be the responsibility of the fellow.  Fellows who choose not to lease through University Housing are not eligible to receive compensation from Hellenic Studies for the cost of these specially reserved apartments. Fellows who arrive in Princeton before the start date or who remain in Princeton after the end date of their fellowship are required to secure alternative accommodations at their own expense.

 

Application Procedure:  Applicants are required to submit an online application form including the following: (1) cover sheet with title and summary (200 words) of proposed research project and a brief bio (one paragraph); (2) research proposal (five pages; 2,000 words maximum), including detailed description of project, timetable, explicit goals, and the reason it should be pursued at Princeton; (3) selected bibliography; (4) a standard, detailed c urriculum vitae Application forms must be completed in English.   and list of publications; (5) samples of recent work; and (6) two confidential letters of recommendation from individuals who are not current members of the Princeton University faculty.  

 

Referees should not submit letters of recommendation prior to completion of the application. The online application has a designated area for referee email addresses. After the online application has been submitted, referees will receive an email message with instructions for uploading their letter of recommendation directly to Hellenic Studies by Monday, February 13, 2012. Materials, including journals or books, submitted with the application are the property of Hellenic Studies and will not be returned.

 

Criteria for Awards:  The Committee on Hellenic Studies makes fellowship awards on the basis of several criteria:  (a) scholarly accomplishment in a discipline of the humanities or the social sciences, and overall academic excellence and promise; (b) potential contribution to an interdisciplinary community of scholars at Princeton; (c) significance and quality of the research proposal in definition, clarity, organization, and scope; (d) potential future impact on the field of Hellenic Studies through teaching and writing; (e) ability to benefit from and contribute to Hellenic Studies at Princeton.  Applications are reviewed both by specialists in the candidate’s academic discipline and by an interdisciplinary group of senior scholars.  The appointment rank will be determined on the basis of the qualifications and professional status of the applicant.  All Committee deliberations and decisions are confidential.  Fellows may not hold other fellowships or appointments during the term of their fellowship.  All appointments are subject to the approval of the Dean of the Faculty.

 

In reviewing applications, priority is given to:  (a) projects that will be facilitated by research specifically at Princeton; (b) first-time applicants; (c) junior applicants, especially those who have not previously worked in the United States; (d) applicants who are on regular, paid leave from their home institution; (e) applicants working in a Hellenic Studies field, i.e., Classical Studies, Late Antique Studies, Byzantine Studies, or Modern Greek Studies.

 

DEADLINE: All materials submitted by applicants must be received by Monday, January 30, 2012. Fellowship awards will be announced in late March, 2012.

 

All non-U.S. citizens and non-U.S. permanent residents must ensure that they will be able to enter or remain in the U.S. and accept the fellowship.  

Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the applicable EEO and affirmative action regulations. Candidates may choose to complete the “ Invitation to Self-Identify ” form (http://www.princeton.edu/dof/policies/forms/newappoint_reclassif/PSoftSelfID_revfillin.pdf). Providing the self-identification information is completely voluntary and declining to submit the information will not adversely affect your candidacy.

 

 

http://www.princeton.edu/hellenic