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Postdoctoral Fellowship

Advancing Scholarship, Enriching Discourse

The Moynihan Postdoctoral Fellowship is a two-year opportunity for exceptional early-career scholars to advance public-facing research while contributing to the Center's vibrant intellectual community. Fellows design innovative courses that foster civic engagement and dialogue across difference while participating in a unique environment that bridges academic research and public service practice.

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Fellowship Features

The fellowship offers robust support for early-career scholars committed to innovative research and civic engagement. Features include:

The Seminar

Join Public Scholars, faculty, and distinguished guests in a weekly seminar designed to elicit substantive dialogue across ideological divides

Financial Support

Receive $70,000 annually plus comprehensive benefits and $2,500 in research support during a one-year renewable appointment

Society of Fellows

Join a diverse intellectual community that includes Moynihan Public Scholars and Moynihan Undergraduate Fellows

Teaching

Design and teach one innovative course per year while receiving structured guidance from Center leadership and peer fellows

Research & Engagement

Pursue independent research while connecting scholarly insights to broader audiences through public events and presentations

Office & Resources

Work from dedicated office space on City College's historic campus with full access to CUNY library resources

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There is a more powerful connection than people think between the world of ideas and the world of practical politics.

Daniel Patrick Moynihan