Mihaychuk Postdoctoral Fellowship, AY 2026-2027 at Harvard University – Cambridge, Massachusetts

Position Details TitleMihaychuk Postdoctoral Fellowship, AY 2026-2027SchoolFaculty of Arts and SciencesDepartment/AreaHarvard Ukrainian Research Institute (HURI)Position DescriptionThe Jaroslaw and Nadia Mihaychuk Postdoctoral Fellowship in Ukrainian Studies is awarded to promising junior scholars to support research that advances knowledge of Ukraine. This fellowship is designed to bring early-career scholars to Harvard University for nine months of focused, independent research. Fellows enjoy access to Harvard’s vast research resources and vibrant intellectual environment.

Basic QualificationsPlease see the fellowship page for more information: https://www.huri.harvard.edu/mihaychuk-postdoc-fellowships
Additional Qualifications

Special Instructions

Contact InformationMegan K. Duncan Smith, HURI Programs Manager
Contact Emailduncansmith@fas.harvard.eduSalary RangeTotal stipend of $54,000 for nine months.Minimum Number of References Required2Maximum Number of References Allowed3KeywordsUkraine, UkrainianEEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * When (month and year) was your doctoral degree granted or expected to be granted? Which University granted your PhD degree and in which academic field was your PhD granted?

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Fellows are required to be proficient in English. Non-US citizens, if accepted, will be asked to supply proof of English proficiency through documentation or interview. Are you proficient in English?
   • Yes, I am proficient in English.
   • No, I am not proficient in English.
3. * Please list all languages in which you are able to conduct scholarly research, indicating reading/writing/speaking/listening proficiencies.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Project Proposal
4. Dissertation Abstract
5. Dissertation Table of Contents
6. Writing Sample 1

Optional Documents