Columbia University - Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Modern Japanese History

Columbia University - Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Modern Japanese History H-Net Job Guide • 04/08/2026 Job Institution Columbia University Institution Type College / University Department Weatherhead East Asian Institute Location New York, United States Position Post-Doctoral Fellow The Weatherhead East Asian Institute (WEAI) at Columbia University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Modern Japanese History for the 2026-2027 academic year. WEAI seeks scholars whose work examines Japan from 1800 to present. We welcome applications from candidates working across a range of disciplines and approaches. The Postdoctoral Research Scholar will pursue their own research while teaching one course per semester, directed at advanced undergraduate and MA students, to be offered in either the Department of History or the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures. The scholar will participate in collaborative projects with faculty, staff and students engaged in Japan studies, contribute to the Institute's MA in

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East Asia program, and serve as an active participant in the Institute's academic community. The appointment is for the 2026-2027 academic year, beginning September 1, 2026, ending August 31, 2027. The position comes with shared office space and access to the libraries and resources of Columbia University. The incumbent is eligible for a range of benefits, including health and dental coverage. Eligibility Applicants must have completed all Ph.D. degree requirements (dissertation completed and filed) between May 1, 2023 and June 30, 2026 . English language proficiency required. Applicants who are not native speakers and who have not completed a degree at an institution where English is the primary language instruction, may be asked to complete an English language interview. This position is intended for early-career scholars; preference will be given to candidates without prior full-time teaching experience. Application Process Applicants should submit all materials as a single PDF via email to Susan Anthony ( sa4062@columbia.edu ), or provide a link to a cloud-based folder containing all required documents. Application Cover Sheet 1-2 page Cover Letter describing research, teaching interests, and fit with the position Curriculum Vitae , including list of classes taught (if any) Course Evaluations for classes taught (if any) Two Sample Syllabi for seminars directed to MA and advanced undergraduate students Two Letters of Reference addressing the applicants research and teaching experience Letters of reference may be submitted via Interfolio, sent directly by the referee via email to Susan Anthony, or mailed as signed hard copies to the address at the top of this page. Application Deadline All application materials (including letters of reference) must be received by the Institute on or before Friday, May 24 . Candidates may be invited for an interview to be held by video, phone or in person. All evaluations made in connection with applications received are confidential. Awards will be announced no later than June 7 . Acceptance of award is due on or before June 14 . Contact Information Susan Anthony ( sa4062@columbia.edu ) Job URL https://weai.columbia.edu/news/call-applications-postdoctoral-research-scholar-… Website https://weai.columbia.edu/ Posting Date April 8, 2026 Closing Date May 24, 2026 Disclaimer H-Net, in accordance with its policies and procedures , reserves the right to reject, edit, and/or delete any posting that is found to violate its policies and/or procedures, and/or is found to violate federal or state law. Additionally, the pages and documents posted on this site often include links to information created by other public and private organizations. The inclusion of any material is not intended to endorse any views expressed, or products or services. These materials may contain the views and recommendations of the individual subscriber/user, as well as links or references to information created and maintained by other public and private organizations. The opinions expressed in any of these materials do not necessarily reflect the positions or policies of H-Net .