PRINCETON UNIVERSITY
Program in Hellenic Studies

Stanley J. Seeger
VISITING RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS
IN HELLENIC STUDIES
Academic Year 2008-2009

The Program in Hellenic Studies at Princeton University invites applications for a limited number of Stanley J. Seeger Visiting Research Fellowships in Hellenic Studies to scholars 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. Awardees will be appointed for a period of three calendar months, rank contingent on credentials, pursuing research on a full-time basis. These fellowships are normally awarded annually on a competitive basis.

Fellows are required to be in residence at Princeton during the term of their fellowship, devoting the major portion of their time to research and writing. They are required to participate in the activities of the Program and the intellectual life of the University. They present their work-in-progress at the weekly 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. Information technology support is available through the University Computer Center.  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 that covers part of the cost of fellows’ transportation and living expenses. During the academic year 2008-09, scholars with an institutional affiliation will receive a monthly salary of $2,000, whereas independent scholars will receive a monthly salary of $2,500. Fellows are responsible for their own travel and moving arrangements and expenses as well as finding and securing their own housing in Princeton.  Fellows who opt to lease from Princeton University Housing will be provided a grant, taxable as salary, to cover the cost of rent.

Eligibility: (a) Greek 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) Greek professionals who are affiliated with libraries, museums, the Archaeological Service, governmental agencies, etc.; (c) Greek scholars affiliated with academic institutions outside Greece (but not in the United States or Canada); (d) 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; (e) 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; (f) Greek 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 the 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 and/or professional experience, and their proposed research at Princeton must not relate to any degree related work (i.e., dissertation).

The Committee considers applications from individuals who have already held a Stanley J. Seeger Research Fellowship or another appointment through the Program in Hellenic Studies. However, in all but exceptional circumstances, a period of at least six 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 the Program in Hellenic Studies.  Application deadline: Friday, May 30, 2008. These modestly furnished, one-bedroom, non-smoking apartments are located within easy walking distance from campus.  The maximum occupancy for each apartment is two persons and pets are not permitted.  Fellows who lease one of these apartments through the University Housing Office are responsible for monthly rental payments. Fellows will be compensated by the Program in Hellenic Studies for the rental cost for these apartments with a taxable grant of up to $2,800/month to include: gas, electric, heating, air conditioning, hot water, basic cable, and local telephone.  Fellows who choose not to lease through University Housing, and/or who are denied for having applied past the deadline are not eligible to receive compensation for the cost of University Housing.  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.

Length of Appointment: Normally, visiting fellows are appointed for a period of three calendar months during the academic year (September 1, 2008 – May 30, 2009).  Start and end dates for each fellowship will be determined by the Committee.

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) curriculum vitae 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. Application forms must be completed in English.  Materials submitted with the application are the property of the Program and will not be returned. They will be used solely for the purpose of considering the application for the research fellowship.

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 the Program in 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 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 application materials (including letters of recommendation) must be received by Friday, February 29, 2008. Fellowship awards will be announced by late March, 2008.

Before accepting a fellowship under the terms of the award letter, all non-U.S. citizens and non-U.S. permanent residents should insure that they will be able to enter or remain in the U.S. and accept the fellowship. Applicants who have previously been in the U.S. in J status or who are currently in the U.S. in J status are encouraged to consult with either their J program sponsor or Mary Idzior, Director of Princeton's Office of Visa Services (idzior@princeton.edu, phone: 609-258-1450, fax: 609-258-2502) to determine if there will be any J-1 visa complications (transfer issues, 12 month bar, 24 month bar, etc.). Individuals currently in the U.S. on other visa statuses (F-1 OPT, H-1B, TN, etc.) should also contact Mary Idzior to determine if Princeton will be able to extend/amend their current status or change their current status.

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_procedures/forms/newappoint_reclassif/PSoftSelfID.pdf). Providing the self-identification information is completely voluntary and declining to submit the information will not adversely affect your candidacy.

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