Research Scholar- Disability History (Remote) Position Available In [Unknown county], Massachusetts

Historic New England, Study Center
Research Scholar- Disability History (Remote)

Institution Type:

Other

Location:

Massachusetts, United States

Position:

Doctoral Fellow, Fellow, Museum Education, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Research Professional, Temporary, Visiting Scholar

Position:

Research Scholar- Disability History Classification:

Part-time, Non-Exempt, Term-Limited 12

Months Rate:

$30 per hour, up to 20 hours per week

Location:

Remote, but must reside in a New England state (CT, MA, ME, RI, or VT)

Application Due Date:

Monday, July 7, 2025

Description:

Historic New England is seeking applicants for one, part-time researcher specializing in Disability history in New England to support our Recovering New England’s Voices initiative. This position begins in September 2025, is up to 20 hours a week with a flexible schedule at the rate of $30 per hour and is term limited for 12 months. Ideal candidates are scholars who work with New England history, specialize in Disability history and/or Disability studies, and have experience conducting challenging archival research, particularly on oppressed, marginalized, and erased groups. The goal of the research position is to provide Historic New England with a new foundation of knowledge in this subject area to transform the visitor experience at our sites. The position will require creative thinking and problem solving as well as experience with “reading between the lines” or “reading against the grain” of primary sources and narratives. This position resides in a uniquely interdisciplinary setting with the opportunity to work cross- team with Historic New England staff in areas of material culture, archives, preservation, architectural history, and visitor experience.

Responsibilities:

Conduct primary and secondary research from relevant sources to deepen and broaden our knowledge of the topics, subjects, and stories related to those with disabilities, particularly as they relate to Historic New England sites Collaborate with the other researchers and staff to incorporate the research products into transformative experiences at our sites Identify groups, communities, and/or individuals to whom this research relates and support staff in building potential partnerships and coalitions Participate in and contribute to Historic New England’s culture through staff training, blogs and vlogs, and public programs Other duties and special projects as assigned to support organizational goals and objectives

Qualifications:

A master’s degree with a research specialty centered in Disability history and/or Disability studies completed before September 1, 2025 Experience working with archival research, particularly in regard to erased and marginalized histories Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment Means of transportation and ability to travel to Historic New England sites, as well as any libraries, archives, and research facilities as needed New England residency required Strong belief in, and demonstrated commitment to, Historic New England’s mission

Preferred Qualifications:

ABD status or a completed PhD Experience with historic house museums and/or public programming Experience working with partnership and coalition building with the goals of inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and social justice

Application Requirements:

CV with Work Experience 1-3 page single-spaced statement discussing your academic research interests and why you are qualified for this position