Princeton University
UCHV Fellows in Law and Normative Thinking for Academic Year 2026-27
Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543
Overview
The University Center for Human Values invites practitioners, faculty members of any discipline and independent scholars to apply for visiting residential fellowships for 2026-27. Fellows should reside in or around Princeton or be able to be on campus daily. The fellowship is a full-time commitment from September 1 to June 1; under exceptional circumstances, fellowships for one semester may be considered. Fellows will devote the full academic year to research, discussion, and scholarly collaboration on topics related to law and normative inquiry. Fellows will participate in the weekly seminar of the Program in Law and Normative Thinking and may mentor JD/PhD students who attend that seminar. Applicants must have a doctorate, juris doctor, or an equivalent professional degree at the time of submission. The program is open to senior and junior scholars, domestic and international scholars, and those based in law schools or in the practice of law, as well as those based in other disciplines. This is not a post-doctoral or visiting assistant professor opportunity designed to launch young scholars into academic careers. The selection committee looks closely at the research proposal. Successful applicants should demonstrate substantial expertise in law-related matters, but should write for an audience of academic generalists (not necessarily lawyers). The committee will evaluate applicants on: the quality of their achievements in their field of specialization and their ability to benefit from the program; the quality and significance of their proposed research projects and writing sample; the contributions they are likely to make to legal scholarship and practice and their ability to contribute to both legal studies at Princeton and to the programs and mission of the University Center for Human Values. How to apply
Candidates must submit an online application: https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/39181 A cover letter explaining intellectual trajectory and suitability for the fellowship A CV A research statement of up to 1,500 words for a project to be pursued during the fellowship A writing sample consisting of a single article or chapter (published or unpublished) Contact information for two referees, who will be asked to submit letters (reference letters due by December 11, 2025, for best consideration) Deadlines
Submission deadline: December 4, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EST Letters of reference deadline: December 11, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EST Start date and location
Anticipated start date is on or about September 1, 2026, with some limited flexibility. The work location for these positions is on campus at Princeton University. Salary and benefits
Expected salary range: $100,000 The University considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly. The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this information for more details.
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The University Center for Human Values invites practitioners, faculty members of any discipline and independent scholars to apply for visiting residential fellowships for 2026-27. Fellows should reside in or around Princeton or be able to be on campus daily. The fellowship is a full-time commitment from September 1 to June 1; under exceptional circumstances, fellowships for one semester may be considered. Fellows will devote the full academic year to research, discussion, and scholarly collaboration on topics related to law and normative inquiry. Fellows will participate in the weekly seminar of the Program in Law and Normative Thinking and may mentor JD/PhD students who attend that seminar. Applicants must have a doctorate, juris doctor, or an equivalent professional degree at the time of submission. The program is open to senior and junior scholars, domestic and international scholars, and those based in law schools or in the practice of law, as well as those based in other disciplines. This is not a post-doctoral or visiting assistant professor opportunity designed to launch young scholars into academic careers. The selection committee looks closely at the research proposal. Successful applicants should demonstrate substantial expertise in law-related matters, but should write for an audience of academic generalists (not necessarily lawyers). The committee will evaluate applicants on: the quality of their achievements in their field of specialization and their ability to benefit from the program; the quality and significance of their proposed research projects and writing sample; the contributions they are likely to make to legal scholarship and practice and their ability to contribute to both legal studies at Princeton and to the programs and mission of the University Center for Human Values. How to apply
Candidates must submit an online application: https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/39181 A cover letter explaining intellectual trajectory and suitability for the fellowship A CV A research statement of up to 1,500 words for a project to be pursued during the fellowship A writing sample consisting of a single article or chapter (published or unpublished) Contact information for two referees, who will be asked to submit letters (reference letters due by December 11, 2025, for best consideration) Deadlines
Submission deadline: December 4, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EST Letters of reference deadline: December 11, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EST Start date and location
Anticipated start date is on or about September 1, 2026, with some limited flexibility. The work location for these positions is on campus at Princeton University. Salary and benefits
Expected salary range: $100,000 The University considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly. The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this information for more details.
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