The NEH Keough-Naughton Fellowship

Description

With the support of a National Endowment for the Humanities Challenge Grant, the Keough-Naughton Institute for Irish Studies in the Keough School of Global Affairs at the University of Notre Dame invites applications for its postdoctoral fellowship program. The NEH Keough-Naughton Fellowship will enable an outstanding scholar to continue his or her research while in residence in the Keough-Naughton Institute for up to 3 years commencing with the academic year 2026-2027. The Fellowship is open to Ph.D. scholars in any area of Irish Studies. The stipend will be determined based on experience. 

The NEH Keough-Naughton Fellow will participate in a periodic research seminar and present a paper on his or her research during the academic year. Apart from the seminar, the Fellow’s only obligation will be to pursue his or her research. The Fellow will be fully integrated into the life of the Institute, with library privileges and access to the Institute’s research tools and network. 

Qualifications

Must have a Ph.D. before the start of the fellowship. 

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a double-spaced narrative of no more than five pages describing their proposed research, indicating how it builds on existing scholarship, and suggesting how it will benefit from broader interdisciplinary studies, a curriculum vitae and three letters of reference upon request. All application materials must be submitted through the Interfolio/Notre Dame online application system by May 1, 2026. Announcement of the successful candidate will be made June 1, 2026. 

To apply, please click Apply button above. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. 

Background Check 

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed here.

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