Office of Postdoctoral Services - Funding
Provost's Postdoctoral ProgramThe 2006 strategic plan at Duke University, Making a Difference, upholds diversity as a core value of our institution. Not only does diversity at our university best prepare our students for a global world, a robust learning environment can occur only when people of different backgrounds, races, ethnic groups and others experiences are brought together to exchange ideas. We recognize that we need to continue our efforts to enhance diversity in our student and faculty populations, as well as in leadership positions. To that end, the Provost has created the Provost's Postdoctoral Program, with competitive postdoctoral research appointments for two years. The goal of the program is to increase the diversity of scholars who have potential for becoming tenure track faculty at Duke University or peer institutions, particularly in fields where there are fewer women and/or underrepresented minorities. Postdoctoral awardees are expected to devote their full efforts to research, and may teach a maximum of one course per year. We expect to award two 2-year fellowships each year.
Eligibility: Completion of doctoral degree between July 1, 2003 and July 1, 2008. The Program is limited to US citizens and permanent residents. Academic excellence, prior record of accomplishments, potential to bring diverse ideas to Duke University and to interact successfully with a broad range of differences among faculty and students, and the identification and willingness of the sponsoring mentor, will form the major selection criteria.
Appointment and Salary: Individuals will be appointed as Postdoctoral Associates. The salary will be the NIH recommended salary commensurate with the experience of the candidate. An additional $5000 will be available to enhance the research experience, such as travel, registration and expenses associated with attending professional meetings or workshops, membership dues for professional societies, and journal subscriptions.
Fields of Discipline: Any discipline available at Duke University.
Application Procedure: Required application materials include: curriculum vitae, sample publications and/or dissertation materials, three letters of recommendation, a statement of research plans and goals, a personal statement of the applicant's reasons for applying and potentially for selection, a supporting letter from the proposed mentor at Duke University and a cover letter. Recommendation letters may accompany the application in separate sealed envelopes, signed by the author of the letter. All materials must be postmarked by February 15, 2008, and will not be returned to the applicant. Incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
Mail Applications to:
Provost's Postdoctoral Program
c/o Gwendolyn Purnell, Office of the Provost
Box 90004, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708
Phone: 919-684-4940 Email: gwendolyn.purnell@duke.edu