What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Fellowship position at The New School?
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At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to over 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design, The New School for Social Research, Eugene Lang college of Liberal Arts, Parsons Paris, and the College of Performing Arts. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.
Position/Role Overview
The India China Institute (ICI) of The New School seeks applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow on the theme of “Global China and India in a Post-Liberal World.”
ICI welcomes applications from those whose research focuses on the influence of China and/or India on emerging global orders and institutions. Thematics include AI, data and digital politics; climate change, renewable energy and green economies; social policy; higher education and knowledge production; and South-South cooperation. The empirical scope of the research should focus on China or India, or engage with China-India comparisons and connections, or global flows in which India or China are prominent. Applications are welcome from all social science and humanities disciplines, including interdisciplinary PhD programs.
ICI serves as a hub for research and public engagement on India, China, and beyond. Its mission is to address issues of global concern through collaborative research and the formation of transnational networks of scholars and practitioners based in India, China, and elsewhere around the world. We believe that studying and thinking with the pasts and presents of India, China, and other countries in the global South can provide alternative frameworks to dominant understandings of global politics, culture, and design.
Core Capabilities And Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Starts in the Fall of 2026. Appointment is for a one-year term with the possibility of a one-year renewal.
WORK MODE
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement.
SALARY RANGE
Fellows will receive an annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $85,000 and an annual research allowance of $3,000. The salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s research and work experience.
WHY JOIN US?
This is an extraordinary opportunity to work closely with a visionary leader and contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution that’s reshaping the future of higher education. You’ll be at the nexus of strategy, operations, and innovation in a role that grows with your impact.
Benefits At The New School
The New School is committed to supporting the well-being and success of our faculty and staff. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their eligible dependents. Highlights include:
Health & Wellness
APPLICATION PROCESS
Review of applications will begin immediately, and will remain open until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit:
Application Deadline
May 1, 2026
We look forward to receiving your application!
At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to over 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design, The New School for Social Research, Eugene Lang college of Liberal Arts, Parsons Paris, and the College of Performing Arts. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.
Position/Role Overview
The India China Institute (ICI) of The New School seeks applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow on the theme of “Global China and India in a Post-Liberal World.”
ICI welcomes applications from those whose research focuses on the influence of China and/or India on emerging global orders and institutions. Thematics include AI, data and digital politics; climate change, renewable energy and green economies; social policy; higher education and knowledge production; and South-South cooperation. The empirical scope of the research should focus on China or India, or engage with China-India comparisons and connections, or global flows in which India or China are prominent. Applications are welcome from all social science and humanities disciplines, including interdisciplinary PhD programs.
ICI serves as a hub for research and public engagement on India, China, and beyond. Its mission is to address issues of global concern through collaborative research and the formation of transnational networks of scholars and practitioners based in India, China, and elsewhere around the world. We believe that studying and thinking with the pasts and presents of India, China, and other countries in the global South can provide alternative frameworks to dominant understandings of global politics, culture, and design.
Core Capabilities And Primary Duties And Responsibilities
- Continue research on current project, including publication of research.
- Organize public programming related to themes of the “Post-Liberal World” research cluster.
- Deliver a talk on research in progress.
- Attend meetings with ICI leadership to build initiatives related to the research cluster.
- Doctoral degree received before July 2026
- Evidence of strong research, writing, and communication skills
Starts in the Fall of 2026. Appointment is for a one-year term with the possibility of a one-year renewal.
WORK MODE
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement.
SALARY RANGE
Fellows will receive an annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $85,000 and an annual research allowance of $3,000. The salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s research and work experience.
WHY JOIN US?
This is an extraordinary opportunity to work closely with a visionary leader and contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution that’s reshaping the future of higher education. You’ll be at the nexus of strategy, operations, and innovation in a role that grows with your impact.
Benefits At The New School
The New School is committed to supporting the well-being and success of our faculty and staff. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their eligible dependents. Highlights include:
Health & Wellness
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Retirement plan administered by TIAA
- Qualified Transportation Expense Plan
- Paid vacation and sick leave, with accruals starting on your first day
- Paid holidays and floating holidays
- Workmode & Telework Policy (if applicable)
- Career advancement and professional development opportunities
- Access to university programs, lectures, and events featuring world-renowned speakers and organizations
- Tuition waiver benefit for eligible employees and dependents
- Employee discounts with local vendors and service providers
APPLICATION PROCESS
Review of applications will begin immediately, and will remain open until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit:
- cover letter
- curriculum vitae
- research proposal of no more than 1,500 words
- writing sample
- names and contact information of three references who can speak to your work
Application Deadline
May 1, 2026
We look forward to receiving your application!
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000