Opportunity for a Senior Fellow in American History

The Hoover Institution, based at Stanford University, is seeking seeks an exceptional scholar of American history at the Senior Fellow level (equivalent to full professor). This would be a continuing-term appointment. The committee especially welcomes applications from historians of the founding of the 18th century republic and its aftermath and/or the role of the United States in the world up to the present day. Outstanding associate professors on the cusp of promotion to full professor are eligible. The successful candidate is expected to have published multiple high impact books and other works of scholarship, and to have a robust research agenda, with policy implications. Teaching is not required but there would be opportunities to do so.

Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent in History or a related field for American history.

The successful candidate could be appointed effective September 1, 2026 (or at a start date mutually agreed).

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis from August 1, 2025.

About Stanford University’s Hoover Institution: The Hoover Institution on War, Revolution, and Peace is a public policy research center devoted to the advanced study of economics, politics, history, and political economy—both domestic and foreign—as well as international affairs.

Founded in 1919 by Herbert Hoover before he became the thirty-first president of the United States, the Institution began as a repository of historical material gathered at the end of World War I. The library and archives have grown to be amongst the largest private repositories of documents on twentieth-century political and economic history. Over time the Institution expanded its missions from collecting archival material to conducting advanced research on contemporary history and economics and applying this scholarship to current public policy challenges.

With its eminent scholars and world-renowned library and archives, the Hoover Institution seeks to improve the human condition by advancing ideas and promote economic opportunity and prosperity while securing and safeguarding peace for America and all humanity.

Requirements:

1. A Ph.D. or equivalent in History or a related field for American history
2. Post-doctoral research experience preferred.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to publish research in academic journals and to present research findings to a variety of audiences.
4. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
5. Self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and organizational skills and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

To apply, please submit:

1. A curriculum vitae
2. A cover letter
3. A current research paper
4. Contact information for three references

Completed applications must be submitted online at https://applyseniorfellow.awardsplatform.com/.

For any questions, please contact Itzy Nunez, inunez1@stanford.edu

The Hoover Institution is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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