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Get Access To All JobsTeaching Postdoc, Department of History
The Department of History at Cornell University invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral fellowship (appointment title: Postdoctoral Associate). Preferred area of research is pre-1800 History with an emphasis either on religions or on climate and environment, but we will consider outstanding applicants in all areas of History. We are particularly interested in applicants committed to enriching the undergraduate teaching mission of the College of Arts & Sciences.
The first year of appointment will run 1 August 2026-31 July 2027; the second year will run 1 August 2027-31 July 2028. In the fall semester of each year, fellows will lead two discussion sections in a 7 week long “Disagreement” course with the second half of the fall semester free of teaching duties. In the spring semester of each year, fellows will offer one first-year writing seminar and one upper-level undergraduate seminar to be determined in consultation with the department chair. Fellows will be expected to feature historic or contemporary disagreements, debates, or controversies in their teaching.
Fellows are expected to be in residence for the term of the appointment and to take an active role in the intellectual life of their home department, the College of Arts & Sciences, and Cornell University. Fellows will be provided with a workspace and assigned a faculty mentor upon their arrival in the department. This mentor, together with the chair and other faculty, will offer feedback on scholarship and provide professional guidance.
Fellows will be provided an annual salary of $75,000, full benefits, and a research account of $4,000 per year. Eligibility is limited to candidates whose PhD will be conferred by August 1, 2026.
Application Procedures: The following application materials must be submitted via Academic Jobs Online by April 16.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Course proposal with sample syllabus for upper-level undergraduate course
- One article-length writing sample
- Three letters of recommendation. Please ask referees to upload their letters directly through the link provided by Academic Jobs Online.
Pay Range:
$62,232.00 - $88,745.00
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline
- Unique applicable skills.
Employment Assistance:
For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.
If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at accommodations@cornell.edu.
Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing mycareer@cornell.edu.
Notice to Applicants:
Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.
EEO Statement:
Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
About us
Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.
We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.
Teaching Postdoc, Department of History
The Department of History at Cornell University invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral fellowship (appointment title: Postdoctoral Associate). Preferred area of research is pre-1800 History with an emphasis either on religions or on climate and environment, but we will consider outstanding applicants in all areas of History. We are particularly interested in applicants committed to enriching the undergraduate teaching mission of the College of Arts & Sciences.
The first year of appointment will run 1 August 2026-31 July 2027; the second year will run 1 August 2027-31 July 2028. In the fall semester of each year, fellows will lead two discussion sections in a 7 week long “Disagreement” course with the second half of the fall semester free of teaching duties. In the spring semester of each year, fellows will offer one first-year writing seminar and one upper-level undergraduate seminar to be determined in consultation with the department chair. Fellows will be expected to feature historic or contemporary disagreements, debates, or controversies in their teaching.
Fellows are expected to be in residence for the term of the appointment and to take an active role in the intellectual life of their home department, the College of Arts & Sciences, and Cornell University. Fellows will be provided with a workspace and assigned a faculty mentor upon their arrival in the department. This mentor, together with the chair and other faculty, will offer feedback on scholarship and provide professional guidance.
Fellows will be provided an annual salary of $75,000, full benefits, and a research account of $4,000 per year. Eligibility is limited to candidates whose PhD will be conferred by August 1, 2026.
Application Procedures: The following application materials must be submitted via Academic Jobs Online by April 16.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Course proposal with sample syllabus for upper-level undergraduate course
- One article-length writing sample
- Three letters of recommendation. Please ask referees to upload their letters directly through the link provided by Academic Jobs Online.
Pay Range:
$62,232.00 - $88,745.00
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline
- Unique applicable skills.
Employment Assistance:
For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.
If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at accommodations@cornell.edu.
Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing mycareer@cornell.edu.
Notice to Applicants:
Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.
EEO Statement:
Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
About us
Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.
We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.
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Which visa types are most common for teaching roles in New York?
The J-1 Exchange Visitor visa is widely used for teachers through programs like the Department of State's Exchange Visitor Program, allowing international educators to teach in U.S. schools for up to three years. The H-1B applies to higher education and some specialty K-12 roles requiring a relevant bachelor's degree. Teachers at universities may also encounter O-1 visas for those with distinguished academic records.
Which companies and institutions sponsor visas for teaching jobs in New York?
New York City Public Schools, the largest school district in the country, has sponsored international teachers through official exchange programs. Private and independent schools such as Horace Mann, Dalton, and Riverdale Country School have hired international faculty. At the higher education level, Columbia University, NYU, Fordham University, and CUNY campuses regularly sponsor H-1B and J-1 visas for academic and instructional staff.
Which cities in New York have the most teaching sponsorship jobs?
New York City accounts for the overwhelming majority of sponsored teaching positions in the state, driven by the sheer size of its public school system and concentration of private universities. Buffalo and Rochester have active markets through their public school districts and institutions like the University of Buffalo. Albany sees demand tied to state government education roles and SUNY schools. Smaller cities like Ithaca and Syracuse have opportunities concentrated around Cornell and Syracuse University respectively.
How to find teaching visa sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters teaching roles in New York by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not sorting through listings that won't support your status. The platform covers K-12, higher education, and instructional roles across New York City and upstate. Creating a profile lets you target schools and universities that have a documented history of sponsoring international educators.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for international teachers seeking sponsorship?
New York State requires teachers in public schools to hold or be working toward New York State teacher certification, which can affect visa eligibility and employer willingness to sponsor. International teachers on J-1 visas must work through a designated program sponsor, not directly with the school. The New York City Department of Education participates in specific exchange programs that have distinct application timelines, typically running well ahead of the academic year start.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored teaching jobs in New York?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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