Nau Center Research Associate Postdoc

The John L. Nau III Center for Civil War History at the University of Virginia invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral research associate in the history of the Civil War era, starting in August 2026. This is a 12-month salaried position with full-time benefits.

The research associate is expected to be in residence in Charlottesville, Virginia, and to attend the Nau Center’s public lectures, manuscript workshops, and other relevant events. They will have no teaching or administrative responsibilities in this role.

Responsibilities

• During the year, they will produce a book proposal and workshop at least one chapter.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Doctoral degree
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Doctoral degree in History or American Studies within the past three years.
  
• Expertise in the Civil War and Reconstruction Eras
  
• Demonstrated publication record and strong writing skills.
  

Physical Demands: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary: The anticipated salary is $59,000 per year plus UVA benefits

Exemption Status: This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits .

Funding Details: This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability. This position has a term limit of 1 year after which continued employment will depend on department need and funding.

Work Arrangement: This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Application Timeline: Application review will begin after January 16, 2026.

Background Check: background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

Visa Sponsorship: This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How to Apply: Please apply online , by searching for requisition number R0075692. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
  
• Cover Letter
  
• Three letters of recommendation
  
• A writing sample of no more than 30 pages
  

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

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Reference Check Process: Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact: For questions about the position, please contact Carrie Janney . For questions about the application process, please contact Margaret Weeks .

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