Mudd Center for Ethics Scholar-in-Residence Fellowship

Overview

The Mudd Center for Ethics at Washington and Lee University invites applications for a 13-week Scholar-in-Residence Fellowship during the Winter Term, 2027 (starting early January).

Responsibilities

• Pursue original research during the residency
• Contribute to the Mudd Fellows' program
• Deliver a public lecture or serve as a discussant for one of the Center's public events
• Teach an advanced seminar in the scholar's area of specialization

Qualifications

• Hold a PhD
• Be a senior scholar who is also an excellent teacher
• Engage in ethics and memory studies
• Contribute meaningfully to a vibrant academic community at a small liberal arts institution
• Be on campus and actively engaged in academic and community life at least three days per week

Benefits

• Access to excellent library and archival resources
• Housing
• Dedicated office space
• Travel support
• Conference and research funds

Requirements

• Must be able to meet the residency requirements
• Must be able to engage in academic and community life as described

Pay

This Thirteen-week, Stipend-based Fellowship includes a stipend.

Schedule

The residency is scheduled for the Winter Term, 2027, starting early January.

Contact Information

To apply, submit a CV and letter of interest through Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/185998. For more information, visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/185998.

Questions should be directed to Melissa Kerin, Professor of Art History and Director of the Roger Mudd Center for Ethics, at kerinm@wlu.edu.