A Social Scientist carries out and facilitates social science research to better understand human behavior. Involves activities such as analysis of laboratory results, quality control, data management, and presentations of findings. May utilize statistic or other data analysis software such as SPSS, STATA or SAS.
IU Bloomington Center for Research on Race and Ethnicity in Society Location Bloomington Position Summary The Center for Research on Race and Ethnicity in Society (CRRES) at Indiana University, Bloomington, invites applications for a CRRES Postdoctoral Fellowship . The fellowship provides support to scholars studying race and ethnicity from a broad range of fields in the social sciences and humanities. We are particularly interested in candidates with disciplinary homes in Criminology/Criminal Justice, Psychological and Brain Sciences, as well as those in Anthropology with a focus on Human Biology. The CRRES postdoctoral fellowship program aims to create a legacy of scholars who will be positioned to address issues related to race and ethnicity using a multidisciplinary lens. We welcome candidates whose research intersects with African American and African Diaspora Studies, Native American and Indigenous Studies, Latinx Studies, and/or Asian American Studies. The Fellow is expected to pursue research activities associated with their primary area of work, as demonstrated by conference presentations and published works. CRRES fellowships are designed to advance the careers of new scholars by providing opportunities to research, teach, and connect with mentors and with faculty in host departments. Strong applicants will demonstrate evidence of scholarly potential that will make them competitive for tenure-track appointments at Indiana University and other research universities. Terms of Agreement Fellows are expected to pursue research, teach one course during each year of residency, and participate in CRRES as well as host department activities and seminars. This two-year position begins on August 1, 2027 and ends on May 31, 2029, at a 10-month annual salary of $60,000. Postdoctoral fellows will also receive Indiana University health benefits and $3,000 each year in research support. Application Process We invite applications from qualified candidates at the beginning of their academic careers who do not yet hold tenure-track academic positions. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in hand or a letter from the chair of their dissertation committee confirming the timeline for completion and filing by June 30, 2027. Applicants should submit a (1) cover letter; (2) CV; (3) research statement describing dissertation project, work in progress, plans for publication, and professional goals; (4) teaching statement; (5) writing sample; and (6) three letters of reference. Applications should be submitted online at: http://indiana.peopleadmin.com . Cover letters should be addressed to: Dr. Sonia Lee, Search Committee Chair, Center for Research on Race and Ethnicity in Society, Indiana University. Queries should be sent to crres@iu.edu . Applications received by October 15, 2026 will receive full consideration. Information about the Center can be found at: http://crres.indiana.edu The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online . You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu . Basic Qualifications Applicants must have a Ph.D. in hand or a letter from the chair of their dissertation committee confirming the timeline for completion and filing by June 30, 2027. Department Contact for Questions Applications should be submitted online at: http://indiana.peopleadmin.com . Cover letters should be addressed to: Dr. Sonia Lee, Search Committee Chair, Center for Research on Race and Ethnicity in Society, Indiana University. Queries should be sent to crres@iu.edu . Applications received by October 15, 2026 will receive full consideration. Information about the Center can be found at: http://crres.indiana.edu .
