If you are interested in learning a unique way that your academic experience and expertise can be applied to advance the mission of the University, serving on the Academic Advancement Director (AAD) team may be the perfect fit for you. We are
seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join the AAD team within Notre Dame’s best-in-class Department of Development. AADs collaborate with Deans and other University leaders to learn about and share the impact of their funding priorities, becoming a trusted philanthropic advisor to the senior leaders of the units they serve. AADs communicate their units’ funding priorities to front-line fundraisers and develop compelling proposals for key priorities with the goal of securing philanthropy to enable the efforts identified in priorities.

This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in non-profit fundraising. Key activities include:

Translating Academic Priorities: Developing written materials and educational content to effectively communicate academic priorities to a lay audience (e.g., donors and the public).
Donor Engagement: Assisting with the planning and execution of fundraising activities, such as Advisory Council meetings and football events.
Strategic Communication: Meeting with faculty and University leaders to learn about and help articulate fundraising priorities and their potential impact.
Relationship Building: Developing relationships with front-line fundraisers and benefactors.
Research: Conducting research to identify and analyze prospective donors.
Donor Stewardship: Creating opportunities to show gratitude and impact for major donors.
Capstone Project: The fellow will have the opportunity to complete and present to leadership on a capstone project, developed in partnership with the Senior Director.

Successful candidates will possess:

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail
Project management skills, including demonstrated ability to balance competing demands and deadlines
The desire and ability to build relationships and interact with a variety of stakeholders across the University and alumni network

Location: On-campus: This is an in-person appointment located on the University of Notre Dame South Bend, IN campus.

Appointment period: August 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027

Application deadline: December 31, 2025

To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, and a list of references to Ellen Kirol at ellenkirol@nd.edu.

American Quarterly - Department of American Studies

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Department of American Studies at Notre Dame is the institutional home of American Quarterly and is seeking a 5+1 Fellow to serve as the Associate Managing Editor of the journal. American Quarterly is the flagship journal of the American Studies Association and a leader in publishing cutting-edge, interdisciplinary work in the humanities. The Associate Managing Editor will work with the editorial team to facilitate peer review for the journal and will work closely with authors throughout the publishing process. The fellow will gain experience in all aspects of journal publishing, from first submission to release, and play a crucial role in publishing a prestigious academic journal. We believe this is an exciting opportunity to grow as a scholar and academic professional in a supportive environment.

Location: On-campus: This is an in-person appointment located on the University of Notre Dame South Bend, IN campus.

Appointment period: August 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027

Application deadline: December 31, 2025

To apply, please reach out directly to the Editor, Jason Ruiz, Professor of American Studies, at jason.ruiz@nd.edu.

Corporate Relations

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The University of Notre Dame Office of Corporate Relations (CR) is seeking a mission-driven, self-motivated CR 5 + 1 Postdoc. This full-time role combines faculty engagement, relationship cultivation, and proposal development to advance the University’s strategic priorities and drive impact beyond the Dome. Together, we will fund the future For Good.

The Why

Working alongside industry partnerships to advance world-class research, you will hone foundational skills, such as communication, adaptability, and problem solving.

University-industry partnerships require navigating diverse perspectives, aligning goals, and sustaining trust over multiple years. The ability to communicate clearly, negotiate expectations, and adapt to shifting research agendas often determines if a partnership succeeds.

Cultivating these durable capabilities prepares you for both academic and industry careers. For both companies and universities, foundational skills function as connective tissue for teams. In both sectors, these skills enable individuals to bridge technical disciplines, communicate across organizational cultures, and adjust when project conditions change. Ultimately, these skills strengthen partnerships and position teams to thrive, enabling effective collaboration across disciplines, organizations, and geographies.

Position Description

This position is an opportunity to learn about Corporate Relations and Development more broadly, while providing a valuable service to the University of Notre Dame. As part of a central Department of Development and reporting to a Director of Corporate Relations, the postdoc will work across the University to increase external support for faculty-led research and programs.

The postdoc is charged with supporting the University’s academic fundraising efforts through: (a) proposal development; (b) corporate engagement; and (c) strategic planning.

Proposal Development (25%)

Establishing NDAs, preparing sponsorship packages, circulating open calls, and coordinating proposals in partnership with Development and campus partners.

Corporate Engagement (50%)

Prospecting. In collaboration with the Director of Corporate Relations, identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward existing and new corporate partnerships.
Campus Visits. To prepare for corporate campus visits, the candidate will help craft briefs for corporate contacts; these are particularly useful if one or more attendees have not been involved in previous conversations. This helps ground everyone in a unified purpose, and ensure everyone has the same background information. After visits, the candidate will help synthesize notes and actions for internal and external constituents.
Discerning Alignment. Mapping faculty research to corporate interests is an essential task when discerning alignment. This requires working to understand a faculty member’s research and helping them translate it for a corporate audience.

Strategic Planning (25%)

Support mapping 1-3-5-7 year strategies for new and existing corporate partners.

Keys to Success
The successful candidate will be:

results-oriented
analytical, creative, and able to approach a concept from multiple angles
intellectually curious and a synthesizer of knowledge
an effective, adaptable communicator (verbal, written, presentation)
motivated to work collaboratively on tight deadlines
able to comfortably navigate both academic and corporate environments

During the employment period, the incumbent will develop valuable skills and build expertise. Beyond the aforementioned competencies, the candidate will gain:

University-Industry Insight. Exposure to the inner workings of industry, as well as one of the country's top Corporate Relations Offices. Visibility and insight into both sectors may help this individual better discern their career path.
Translatable Skills. Experience with negotiation, strategic planning, relationship building, project management, and more. Working in a fast-paced environment that requires one to be strategic, think on their feet quickly, solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and adapt to shifting priorities.
Experience with Grantseeking. Having a firm grasp of grantseeking is useful in nearly all sectors from higher education to industry to governments.
Relationship Building. Manage relationships internally and externally. Potential for the candidate to build connections that will support their career path.

Appointment Term: August 1, 2026-May 31, 2027

Application Deadline: December 31, 2025

Location: In-person on the University of Notre Dame’s campus in South Bend, Indiana

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to Sarah Pretzlav at sforner@nd.edu

Office of Foundation Relations

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

Are you ready to turn groundbreaking academic ideas into funded reality? This postdoctoral fellowship is your chance to apply your scholarly expertise to a high-impact career in academic fundraising and strategic development. You will join a team that serves as a critical link between Notre Dame’s research and major philanthropic funders, advancing projects within the College of Arts & Letters and across the University.

If you are a curious, creative thinker with exceptional writing skills, this role offers highly transferable professional development in university administration, research strategy, and foundation philanthropy.

Core Responsibilities:

Proposal Development: Work with Notre Dame faculty and staff to take cutting-edge research concepts and shape them into compelling narratives and proposals to secure grant funding.
Grant Strategy: Gain transferable expertise in the full lifecycle of foundation funding, from initially researching and identifying ideal prospects to cultivating relationships and managing high-level stewardship.
Market Analysis: Conduct targeted research and analysis on philanthropic trends and foundation giving priorities to identify optimal alignment with the University's strategic academic goals.
Professional Project: You will have the opportunity to develop a self-directed "seminal project" based on your interests, gaining a strong, marketable credential in the high-demand field of academic fundraising.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate is an analytical and creative thinker with:

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to manage complex concepts and synthesize them for diverse audiences.
Demonstrated professionalism and success working collaboratively with colleagues and faculty.

Location: On-campus (South Bend, IN) with a flexible hybrid schedule allowing two remote days per week.

Term: August 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027

Application Deadline: December 31, 2025

To apply, please email your CV, a list of references, and a cover letter to Colleen Cross Quinn at ccross@nd.edu.

Graduate School - Professional Development Team

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The mission of the Graduate School Professional Development Program (GS PD) is to enhance the training of Notre Dame’s graduate students and postdoctoral scholars beyond their disciplinary research expertise. The GS PD serves as the central hub for all graduate student and postdoctoral scholar professional development activities on campus, and oversees initiatives such as the Office of Grants & Fellowships, the 3-Minute Thesis Competition, Beauty of Understanding, and Mentor Up training. The postdoctoral intern will play a critical role in helping to execute events, conduct small research projects related to graduate education and postdoctoral scholar training, coordinate monthly meetings of the campus-wide professional development group, contribute to the outreach and communications efforts, and analyze data to help develop strategies for further growth. Additionally, the intern will have the option to train in grant writing and fellowship advising to assist the Office of Grants & Fellowships with student consulting, proposal development services, and university endorsement processes for fellowships, including but not limited to Fulbright, Boren, and Liebmann.

This fellowship is designed to prepare the successful candidate for a career in research administration and academic advising that can be applied in a university, government, or foundation setting.

Required Qualifications:

Eligible to participate in the 5+1 Postdoc Program
Experience with social media campaigns
Exceptional organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated success in collaborative work in an academic setting
Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple time-sensitive projects and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with data visualization programs
Prior success with major grant or fellowship applications
Advanced experience with social media, especially institutional accounts
Demonstrated commitment to graduate student success and empowerment and possession of a holistic approach to working with the graduate student population

Location: On-campus: This is an in-person appointment with an office location in Bond Hall 117.

Appointment Period: August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027. M-F 8am-4.30pm.

Deadline to apply: December 31, 2025

Application: Interested scholars should email a cover letter, CV, and the names of 2 references to Michael Skalski mskalski@nd.edu. Feel free to reach out with any questions as well.

Hesburgh Libraries

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

Hesburgh Libraries advances the University of Notre Dame’s research, teaching, and learning goals while fostering engagement with the global scholarly community. A Hesburgh Libraries Postdoctoral Intern will demonstrate and articulate an interest in exploring, understanding, and contributing to some of the many services provided by academic libraries.

Over the course of the academic year, the successful candidate will gain exposure to, and learn about, all aspects of research library operations, including but not limited to: acquisitions and collections management, cataloging and description, research library administration, preservation and conservation activities, research and teaching initiatives, and user experience. 5+1 postdoc time and energy will be dedicated to an array of activities, which are co-developed at the beginning of the internship period based on the individual’s interests and professional goals and library needs. Throughout the year, the successful candidate will be integrated into the workings of Hesburgh Libraries, with opportunities to learn from a variety of team members and to produce scholarship relating to identified areas of interest within research libraries while also continuing to build and pursue a personal research agenda.

Throughout the internship term, Postdoctoral Interns will work to chart a trajectory for their professional development and training, scholarly growth, and preparation for the job market with mentorship and support from a designated library faculty member. Successful candidates will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and have a strong interest in research libraries and their role within the academy.

Location: On-campus: This is an in-person appointment located on the University of Notre Dame South Bend, IN campus. Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

Position Dates: August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2-2027

To apply, please email your CV, a cover letter, and a list of references to Erika Hosselkus at ehosselk@nd.edu by December 31, 2025.

Hesburgh - Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (NFCDS) in the Hesburgh Library helps the Notre Dame community—from total beginners to advanced learners—explore digital technologies and methodologies for research, teaching, making, and learning. The Navari Family Center is pleased to offer up to four distinct postdoctoral internship possibilities in academic year 2026-2027, including the three specific tracks detailed below, as well as an opportunity to submit a custom proposal.

A 5+1 Postdoctoral Intern at the NFCDS is someone who is either competent in or excited and demonstrably capable of learning about a variety of digital, data-centric tools and methods, and is eager to support their use in the wider campus community and in their own research and/or teaching. These positions may be of particular interest to those who wish to expand their digital scholarship portfolios or learn more about careers in library and information science fields.

Intern time and energy is dedicated to an array of activities, which are co-developed at the beginning of the internship period with the NFCDS team. Interns are expected to chart a personal trajectory for their professional development, digital skills training, scholarly growth, and preparation for the job market. They will receive support from a designated NFCDS mentor and will join an agile team of experts and co-learners who collaborate daily to support and advance campus needs. Given its commitment to service as part of the Hesburgh Libraries, the NFCDS is always looking to collaborate across the Libraries, campus, and beyond, and therefore seeks Interns committed to inclusivity.

Responsibilities for all Navari Family Center 5+1 Postdoctoral Interns include contributing to the life of the Center (e.g., participating in team meetings and initiatives), assisting with events, supporting day-to-day operations, and offering teaching and learning support (e.g., serving as a teaching assistant for workshops, developing and teaching relevant workshops, and creating and/or reviewing materials). Although not mandatory for all tracks, all accepted Interns are invited to submit a proposal for a digital project they would like to pursue during their internship experience.

Term: This is a full time appointment that will run from August 1, 2026, until May 31, 2027.

Location: On-campus: This is an in-person appointment located on the University of Notre Dame South Bend, IN campus.

Application instructions: To apply, please email your CV, a cover letter, and contact information for up to three professional references to cds@nd.edu.

1. Digital Humanities Internship

The field of “Digital Humanities” incorporates a wide range of computational techniques into the investigation of human culture, from narrow and close attention to individual artifacts, to large-scale analysis of datasets unreadable by an individual in a lifetime. In consultation with Center faculty, the Intern in this track will develop and execute a plan for a digital project, including theorizing choice of data sources and computational method(s), culminating in a final output that can range from traditional peer-reviewed scholarship to more experimental web publication. In collaboration with appropriate Center team members, the Intern will also build workshops with relevant research guides, tutorials, and internal documentation for Hesburgh Libraries patrons based on chosen digital methodologies. Some possible areas of specialization include (but are not limited to) close-detailed digital bibliographic and editorial work; large-scale statistical, geospatial, or machine-learning data analysis and visualization; digital storytelling through audio, visual, textual, and/or programmatic means; and 3D modeling, printing, or AR/VR design.

2. GIS Internship

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) encompass an array of technologies that enable researchers across disciplines to study spatial patterns and relationships. The Intern in this track will provide instructional opportunities and contribute to consultations related to finding, accessing, creating, manipulating, managing, and visualizing geospatial data to meet the diverse needs of the Notre Dame community. The Intern will also serve as a core member of the GIS Day and Love Data Week event planning teams. In addition to direct outreach, the Intern will support the creation and maintenance of relevant research guides, teaching materials, and internal documentation, and conduct their own research/professional development activities.

3. Legacy Technologies / Film, Television, Theatre Internship

Just as the traditional study of human culture requires access to rare books and artifacts found in remote archives, so too the study of televisual and computational periods of human history require access to media and digital artifacts that may be available only on antiquated technology. The Center boasts a growing "Legacy Technologies Collection" that includes fascinating realia including functional computing and gaming technologies from the 1970s through the early 2000s, old software and data on magnetic and optical media, and even pre-20th through early 20th-century proto-cinematic devices and visual effects equipment. In consultation with Center faculty, the Intern in this track will develop and execute a final project that leverages this kind of material for scholarly or curatorial ends. Possibilities include (but are not limited to) traditional peer-reviewed publication, physical or digital exhibitions, cataloging/inventorying/collection development, and emulation or data rescue. In collaboration with appropriate Center team members, the Intern will also build workshops and/or other public engagement opportunities with relevant research guides, tutorials, and internal documentation based on chosen materials and methodologies.

4. Applicant Proposed Internship

Digital scholarship is capacious, encompassing subfields beyond those described above. Applicants are invited to submit proposals incorporating relevant technologies and methodologies of their own choosing, along with suggested faculty from across the University who may be willing to partner with the Center in designing a research and teaching program that extends beyond the Center’s own fields of expertise.

Hesburgh - Rare Books & Special Collections

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Hesburgh Libraries Rare Books and Special Collections department supports scholarly engagement among students, faculty, and the broader community through exhibitions, research consultations, collection development, and primary source-based teaching. This postdoctoral fellowship offers broad exposure to work in special collections and cultural heritage institutions.

The 5+1 postdoc will contribute actively to the work of Rare Books and Special Collections through curatorial and functional library work. This will include user services and stacks management, teaching, liaison work with academic departments, promotion and programming, digitization, description and processing, collection development, and preservation. The fellow will engage in a structured collection development project to enhance the library’s teaching and research collections. The fellow will also be expected to produce scholarship (in some format) that connects collections with current questions within special collections and cultural heritage repositories.

Location: On-campus: This is an in-person appointment located on the University of Notre Dame South Bend, IN campus. Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

Position Dates: August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027

To apply, please email your CV, a cover letter, and a list of references to Rachel Bohlmann at rbohlman@nd.edu by December 31, 2025.

Institute for Social Concerns

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

Join a vibrant interdisciplinary institute committed to responding to the demands of justice. The Institute is committed to scholarship, justice education, and engaging the community, particularly in the areas of the environment, labor, mass incarceration, migration, poverty, technology. The portfolio for the 5+1 fellowship will be shaped by applicant interest and may include:

Working with faculty and the justice education staff to develop and implement new community engaged learning and interdisciplinary research opportunities.
Working with faculty on the development of consequential conversation series bringing into dialogue diverse perspectives on complex issues of justice.
Working with the executive director on special projects to enhance community-based programs or other Institute initiatives.

Appointment Period: August 1, 2026- May 31, 2027

Location: On-campus: This is an in-person appointment (remote work permitted one day per week after 90 days in accord with Institute policies) located on the University of Notre Dame South Bend, IN campus.

Application deadline: December 31, 2025

To apply, please email your resume, a cover letter, and a list of references to Laura Mortlock-McMinn at Laura.Mortlock@nd.edu.

Klau Institute for Civil and Human Rights

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Klau Institute for Civil and Human Rights within the Keough School of Global Affairs invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow for the 2026-27 academic year. Applicants are welcome from any discipline in the humanities. Scholars with interests in racial justice, criminal justice, global human rights, or immigration are especially encouraged to apply, although we welcome applicants with scholarly interest and expertise in a broad range of civil and human rights issues. This is a full-time, ten-month position on Notre Dame’s campus, eligible for up to one remote work day per week during the academic year.

The Klau Institute, founded by Fr. Hesburgh in 1973, aspires to be a leading scholarly voice in the areas of civil and human rights. Newly fortified with a leadership gift, the Klau Institute is expanding our footprint within the University community. The Fellow will enhance the Klau Institute’s current capacity in this endeavor. In turn, the Institute will serve as a home for a Fellow’s robust research pursuits that align with the interests of the Institute.

The core responsibility of a Fellow is to share their expertise and specialized knowledge to envision and develop Institute programming, including co-curricular programs that enable Klau students to widen their understanding of civil and human rights and research projects in conjunction with core faculty. Examples of such projects include: the student leadership fellows program, which includes an experiential learning and research component; book discussion groups; the migration research initiative; the International Race and Rights lab; internal funding application processes for faculty and staff, and external grant-writing projects. The fellow may be asked to do additional administrative activities including logistical support for events including research labs, communications support, and supervising undergraduate students as they undertake independent research. The expected hours dedicated to Klau research and administrative support are 30 hours per week.

The Fellow is expected to use the remaining 10 hours per week to pursue independent research on relevant topics with a goal of both professional development and support of Klau’s research portfolio. The Fellow may request additional support for professional development activities, and such requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, with an amount up to $2500 available from the Klau Institute directly for approved activities.

Mentorship: The Fellow will be supervised by the Klau Institute Faculty Director, Jennifer Mason McAward, a legal scholar in civil rights law and habeas corpus.

Location: On-campus: This is an in-person appointment located on the University of Notre Dame South Bend, IN campus. This appointment is eligible for up to one remote work day per week during the academic year.

Position Dates: August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027, or mutually agreed upon adjustment close to these dates,
including the break periods (fall, winter, spring).

Application: Interested scholars should submit a letter of interest, CV, and list of references to Arlene
Montevecchio, Associate Director, amonteve@nd.edu, by Dec. 31, 2025.

Maritain Center/History of Philosophy Forum

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Maritain Center / History of Philosophy Forum seeks a postdoctoral fellow who holds a PhD from the University of Notre Dame with expertise in Catholic philosophy and theology, and/or the history of philosophy (broadly construed to include history of ideas, early Christian studies, etc.). The fellowship will provide training in academic program management skills, including research support, event organization, communications, budgeting, and academic internationalization, as well as grantwriting and program assessment. In accord with the successful applicant’s individual professional goals, and consonant with program needs, the fellowship will also make time available for the Fellow to develop their research and/or teaching profile, expand their professional network, and organize academic events that advance their career goals and benefit our academic community (for which the Fellow will be provided with a generous event budget to manage).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Visiting Scholar program: The Maritain Center and History of Philosophy Forum welcome 30-40 visiting scholars and graduate students to campus every year, of whom the majority are international visitors. Working with the Program Manager, the Fellow’s main responsibility will be to oversee the visiting scholar program, including managing the grant application process, scheduling visitors, booking travel and accommodation, communicating with visitors about their needs, arranging workspaces, and liaising with the graduate student hospitality team.

Communications: Working closely with the Director and Program Manager, the Fellow will conceptualize and write engaging web content to promote the activities of the Maritain Center and History of Philosophy Forum (such as interviews, news items, and announcements).

Special Projects: As required by the Director or Program Manager, the Fellow will assist with other special projects as needed, including potentially: grantwriting, program research and assessment, and event management.

Compatible with the above activities, the Fellow will also have time to develop their own research and/or teaching profile in accord with their professional goals. Flexible arrangements will be made to accommodate conference travel, as needed. Funds will be provided for event organization (for instance: to organize an academic workshop in the Fellow’s research area, etc.).

Compensation will be calculated in accordance with the standards laid out for postdocs (year 0) by the A&L Dean’s office.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Requirements: Cover letter describing relevant qualifications, CV, and names of three professional references (no letters needed at this stage); send to Prof. Therese Cory at maritain@nd.edu.

Application deadline: December 31, 2025.

Location: On-campus. This is an in-person appointment located on the University of Notre Dame South Bend, IN campus.

Appointment period: August 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027

Medieval Institute & Sacred Music: Medieval Liturgy Project

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

Two fellows of The Medieval Institute, Professor Katie Bugyis and Professor Emeritus Margot Fassler, have worked for two years on their website project, Medieval Liturgy: Tutorials for Students, Teachers, & Researchers. The Medieval Liturgy is a website that offers instruction on how to read and interpret the ritual practices of the medieval Roman Catholic Church. Within the main sections of the now-designed site plan are spaces for leading authorities at the University of Notre Dame and at other institutions across the world to teach about specific topics through graduated series of videos and case studies. The postdoctoral fellow will work for the Medieval Liturgy project, work supported by grants from the University and from The National Endowment for the Humanities.

In the first years of support, Buygis and Fassler have designed and built the website, working with a team at the University. The website, hosted on the Medieval Institute’s page, now awaits the content created by the first team of contributors: distinguished scholars working on the Divine Office in the Latin Middle Ages, the first tab of the website to be completed. The timeline for the project will have this first round ready for uploading to the website by September 1, 2026. For this reason, we would also hope to hire the fellow as an intern in the summer of 2026, along with one or two graduate students, to help with the work. Summer pay for the intern would be above and beyond that of the 5 + 1 Fellowship.

The intern will serve in a managerial position on this major educational project, working alongside Professors Buygis and Fassler. The intern will learn Conductor (the website platform) in the first weeks on the job and will become acquainted with adding content to and maintaining the website. The intern will supervise the collection of content, the distribution of content to peer reviewers, and the uploading of finished teaching videos. The intern will establish working relationships with major scholars worldwide in the field of the medieval liturgy, help with recruitment to the subsequent phases of the project, and do some fact checking and editing of submitted work. The intern will supervise graduate students and train them in this digital work, and will join the PI's of the grants in preparing public presentations on the work. The work will provide strong credentials in management within the broader area of the Digital Humanities and in Liturgical Studies in the Latin Middle Ages.

Requisite Skills:

Strong knowledge of Latin, especially as found in liturgical texts
Sophistication in the field of Liturgical Studies (especially within the Latin Middle Ages)
Openness to being trained in digital work, including the use of Conductor
Abilities to work with YouTube, including organizing and managing a YouTube channel
Strong writing and speaking skills
Ability to organize materials and meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal and pedagogical skills

Location: On-campus. This is an in-person appointment located on the campus of the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN.

Appointment period: August 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027; 40 hours per week.

Application deadline: December 31, 2025

To apply, please email a resume, a cover letter, and a list of references to Margot Fassler at mfassler@nd.edu and Katie Bugyis at kbugyis@nd.edu.

Notre Dame Learning

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

ND Learning is pleased to announce the availability of 1 - 2 postdoctoral fellows for the 2026-2027 academic year. Eligible Ph.D. alumni from Notre Dame’s College of Arts and Letters who are interested in exploring the frontiers of learning and the future of higher education are invited to apply.

ND Learning brings together the teaching and learning expertise of three distinct yet highly collaborative units: Kaneb Center for Teaching Excellence, the Office of Digital Learning, and the Teaching and Learning Technologies. Together we form a central hub intended to inspire, design, and deliver transformational learning experiences for Notre Dame students. Working in collaboration with instructors, departments, and colleges, ND Learning enables effective and engaging learning for all students through research-based strategies, technologies, and modalities.

We are seeking colleagues with broad interests in any of the following areas:

Course design & development
Learning research, analytics & assessment
Instructional media production
Online learning & digital strategy
Academic innovation

ND Learning will work with the postdoctoral fellow(s) to design the position according to their professional development goals within a teaching and learning context. This could entail facilitating workshops for instructors on effective teaching practices, crafting resources for the ND Learning website, or aid in the development of visual content for classes across campus. The fellow could also conduct consultations with instructors to review student feedback, develop digital strategies for their class, or join a collaborative project to conduct learning analytics within the university.

Successful candidates will:

have a strong interest in learning and implementing effective teaching practices
be committed to inclusive teaching practices
have ability to build relationships and interact with a variety of instructors across campus, from undergrad TAs, graduate/postdoctoral TAs, and professors
have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
be a collaborative team member

Location: On-campus: This is an in-person appointment located on the University of Notre Dame South Bend, IN campus.

Appointment period: August 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027

Application deadline: December 31, 2025

To apply, please email your CV, a list of references, and a cover letter to kaneb@nd.edu.

Notre Dame Press

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The University of Notre Dame Press, the largest Catholic university press in the world, publishes academic and general interest books that engage the most enduring questions of our time. The Notre Dame Press postdoctoral fellow has the unique opportunity to explore academic publishing, develop valuable professional skills, and learn how to effectively work with a publisher.

During the fellowship, the Notre Dame Press postdoc learns about each aspect of scholarly book publishing—title acquisition, manuscript editing, book production, marketing, and sales. During the first semester, the postdoc apprentices with each department under the overall supervision of the assistant director. In the second semester, the postdoc selects one of these areas in which to specialize that they find of greatest interest and relevance to their professional aspirations. Throughout the year, the fellow is fully integrated in the Press’s team, with opportunities to learn from all team members and to pursue independent research relating to the publishing industry.

The postdoc will gain experience in assessing manuscript submissions, securing peer reviewers for manuscripts, communicating with authors, preparing manuscripts for publication, copyediting, proofreading, art research, writing press releases and book descriptions, designing promotional materials, crafting social media campaigns, maintaining a database, and hiring undergraduate student workers.

This fellowship has a consistent record of setting its fellows up for professional success. Most fellows have pursued careers in academic publishing, though others have built careers in other alt-academic higher education roles, traditional tenure-track academic positions, and fulfilling careers outside academia.

Successful candidates will:

have a strong interest in book publishing
be a team player who sees the success of the Press and colleagues as integral to their own success
have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
have strong project management skills, including demonstrated ability to balance competing demands and deadlines
have the ability to build relationships and interact with a variety of stakeholders

Location: On-Campus: This is an in-person appointment held on the University of Notre Dame's South Bend, IN campus.

Appointment period: August 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027, or mutually agreed-upon dates as needed.

To apply, please email your resume, a cover letter, and a list of references to undpress@nd.edu by December 31, 2025.

Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

Guided by the University’s Catholic, Holy Cross mission, the Division of Student Affairs promotes the holistic education of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students so that all may flourish at the University of Notre Dame and beyond. Through our shared work, services, and partnerships, we seek to honor individual experiences and foster a sense of belonging; deepen engagement in faith; and cultivate meaningful relationships that empower students and enable them to develop in mind, body, and spirit.

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs is seeking a postdoctoral fellow for the 2026-27 academic year. The Office of the Vice President stewards, coordinates, and provides strategic vision for a variety of initiatives that advance the Division’s mission and strategic priorities (which consists of nearly twenty departments across six areas), including academic integration, strategic planning, finance and operations, communications, internal and external Division relations, data analysis and assessment, and other cross-departmental initiatives and partnerships.

We are searching for a postdoc to work alongside the Advisor to the Vice President and the Office of the Vice President’s staff to help advance our strategic priorities. Our office provides a unique environment in which to apply your academic experiences and grow professionally, especially for candidates interested in university administration and leadership. A post-doctoral fellowship in our office allows you to observe high-level decision-making processes and initiatives such as strategic planning, cross-institutional partnerships, external engagement, program development, and coordinating large-scale, complex projects and events. You will gain valuable skills in areas such as management and organizational leadership.

Specific responsibilities will be tailored to fit the skills and preferences of successful applicants and may include:

Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships:

Support various strategic initiatives aimed at deepening connections between student life and the University’s academic core, including efforts between Student Affairs and the Provost’s Office to collaborate and coordinate across student formation and development initiatives.
Assisting with projects that support Division benefactor engagement, including support for the Undergraduate Experience Advisory Council.
Collaborate with academic partners in support of strategic academic and co-curricular integration initiatives, including the Office of Undergraduate Education, academic Colleges and Schools, Strategic Framework Initiatives, and the Moreau First Year Seminar.
Contribute to high-level projects with members of the Division’s senior leadership team.

Project Management:

Work with Office of the Vice President staff to develop, advance, and assess strategic initiatives and processes, such as annual student awards processes, new student matriculation processes, or other projects as assigned.
Engaging in strategic planning that helps to ensure resources are utilized as effectively as possible, while assessing programs to identify opportunities for modifying, sunsetting, or growing where appropriate.

Program and event leadership and support:

Assist with projects that support the matriculation, orientation, and ongoing formation of new students.
Support the Director of Finance and Operations in various programs and initiatives aimed toward staff on-boarding, engagement, and development.
Contribute to large-scale Division-wide events, such as town halls and other gatherings.

Research and Data Analysis:

Conduct research on higher education trends, policies, and initiatives to support strategic planning
Work with the Program Director for Data and Assessment Analysis to compile and analyze data related to student outcomes, program development, institutional benchmarks, and impact metrics
Assist in writing reports, proposals, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

This position reports to the Advisor to the Vice President for Student Affairs and will work closely with the Advisor, members of the central office team, and other Division leaders. This role requires a proactive, adaptable, and strategic professional who has a sound grasp and appreciation for the mission and vision of Student Affairs and the University. It also requires high levels of discretion, and an ability to handle sensitive information and represent the Office of the Vice President and the University positively. The ideal candidate will display the following qualities, characteristics, and skills:

Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and high degree of analytical and problem-solving skills; high levels of organization.
Self-motivated and ability to work proactively and independently; high sense of accountability and ownership of work product.
Ability to collaborate and work with a wide variety of diverse populations
Excellent judgment and discretion, integrity, and humility.
High levels of discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information is essential.

This position may be of particular interest to those interested in pursuing a career in higher education administration, and will offer substantive opportunities for professional development as time and interest allows.

Hours and Location: This is a full-time position with an estimated 40 hours of work per week on campus, mostly limited to business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm), though with some evening and weekend commitments. Most of the work will take place in-person on the Notre Dame campus in South Bend, IN.

Appointment period: August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027

Deadline to apply: December 31, 2025

To apply, please submit your CV, a list of references, and a cover letter via email to Tony Oleck, Advisor to the Vice President for Student Affairs, at aoleck@nd.edu. Decisions will be made no later than January 31, 2026.

Office of Undergraduate Education - Exploratory Advisor

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Office of Undergraduate Education is pleased to announce a postdoctoral fellowship for the 2026-2027 academic year.

The Office for Undergraduate Education will be launching a new exploratory advising program in 2026 with the aim of nurturing discernment and exploration in the undergraduate academic experience. Undergraduate academic advising at the University of Notre Dame is inspired by Notre Dame's Vision for Undergraduate Education; advising teams from each academic program work with students to provide unsurpassed guidance and support during their undergraduate journey at Notre Dame. Exploratory advisors supplement the work of students’ collegiate advising teams by providing information and guidance to any undergraduate student, regardless of class year or major. Through personalized advising in individual appointments, online resources, events, and workshops, exploratory advisors support students discerning their academic path, walking with them through the process of exploring, choosing, and changing majors, as well as reimagining their educational journey in a more integrated, holistic manner. This postdoctoral fellowship position would be for an exploratory advisor, and the selected candidate would join the growing network of undergraduate academic advisors at Notre Dame. They would receive training both in advising best practices and in Notre Dame’s policies and procedures for academic advising. They would also support the work of the senior exploratory advisor in meeting with students in individual advising appointments, creating student workshops, planning exploratory events, and coordinating events with campus partners. This position may be of special interest to those considering careers in higher education administration, especially in the area of academic advising.

Successful candidates will possess:

A strong interest in supporting undergraduate students’ holistic formation.
A commitment to high-quality mentoring of undergraduate students.
Experience teaching and advising undergraduate students.
Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
Familiarity with Notre Dame’s University Core Curriculum or major or minor curricular plans.
The ability to contribute positively to a collegial and collaborative work environment.
A genuine interest in building relationships and collaborating with faculty and staff in a variety of student-facing roles in order to better serve our undergraduate students.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and a desire to problem solve.
Basic familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as the Google suite of applications.

Appointment Period: The position would report to the senior exploratory advisor. It will run from August 1, 2026 until May 31, 2027. The time commitment will be an average of 40 hours a week. These hours will typically be from 8:30am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday, though occasional evening and weekend hours may be required and some flexibility may be possible.

Location: The position will be on campus and in-person.

Application Deadline: December 31, 2025

To apply, please submit your CV, a list of references, and a cover letter via email to Katharine Mahon, Senior Exploratory Advisor in the Office for Undergraduate Education, at kmahon@nd.edu.

Shakespeare at Notre Dame

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Shakespeare at Notre Dame program, chiefly composed of the Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival (NDSF), Actors From The London Stage (AFTLS), and the Shakespeare in Prisons Network (SiPN), is seeking a 5+1 postdoctoral fellow for the 2026-27 academic year.

This postdoc will work closely with the General Manager, Audience Development Manager, Executive Artistic Director, and Producing Director in all areas of operations throughout the year, gaining vital experience in arts administration and hands-on experience with the University’s professional theatre company. Specific responsibilities will be tailored to fit the skills and preferences of the successful applicant, but may include:

Creating and managing academic/educational programming that ties in with production and special events (e.g., lectures, symposia, talkbacks, and our Shakespeare and Possibility webinar series etc.)
Cultivating/stewarding the burgeoning Shakespeare at Notre Dame archive (both physical and digital) and road mapping future growth and dissemination.
Furthering Shakespeare at Notre Dame’s research initiative through personal scholarly output in the form of journal articles, field research, or presenting at academic conferences.
Assisting the team with day to day programming needs (NDSF, AFTLS, etc.) Duties as needed may include monitoring health and safety protocols during the Shakespeare Festival and assisting with travel coordination for actors.
Supporting and promoting The Shakespeare in Prisons Network conference (TBD) / assisting with curricular programming at Westville Correctional Facility and or DePaul Academy.
Providing dramaturgical / academic support for actors, directors, and designers as necessary.
Partnering with both internal campus departments and external individuals / organizations on initiatives that serve the community, create new performative or scholarly work, and advance the field of Applied Shakespeare.
Exploring external funding opportunities that support this work with government agencies, private foundations, and partnering campus departments (i.e. grant writing and developing interdisciplinary collaborations)

The person in this role should be comfortable communicating orally and in writing with faculty members and staff from a broad cross-section of the university and with external scholars and practitioners from a range of disciplinary backgrounds, particularly the arts and humanities.

Location: Primarily on-campus, though some hybridity is feasible. The postdoc will be provided a desk and phone in the Shakespeare at Notre Dame office, located in the basement of the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center.

Hours: Full time position with flexible hours. This position will require occasional night and weekend hours during productions.

Appointment period: August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027, or mutually agreed upon dates as needed. Option to extend the postdoc to a 12 month year (i.e. August 2026-August 2027) rather than academic (August 2026-May 2027) is potentially available.

Application: Interested scholars should email a cover letter, CV, and a list of references to Deb Gasper dgasper@nd.edu. Deadline for applications is December 31st. Further questions regarding the position can also be directed to Deb Gasper.

University Writing Center

5+1 Postdoctoral Fellowship

Full-time, on-campus position (40 hours/week)

August 1, 2026 - May 15, 2027

Looking for experience that helps you stand out on the job market? This postdoc gives you something many candidates don’t yet have: real administrative experience along with opportunities to deliver scholarly programming. As the Assistant Director of the Writing Center, you will oversee daily operations, lead Writing Center initiatives, and develop workshops that connect your research to writing pedagogy. You’ll build program management skills that make you competitive for your next career step, whether in, or adjacent to, academia.

As the 5+1 Postdoc, you will be the Writing Center’s operational backbone and creative partner. Day-to-day, your responsibilities will include:

Managing operations: Coordinate tutor work schedules, create and update the online appointment system, troubleshoot issues, and respond promptly to messages.
Leading outreach: Design outreach materials, update the Writing Center website, create social media and marketing campaigns, and build campus visibility.
Developing programming and initiatives: Tutor students, facilitate workshops, propose new projects, participate in professional development and research, and help the Writing Center evolve to meet current challenges.

We are looking for someone with initiative who sees what needs doing and does it, and who brings ideas to the table and makes them happen. You will work closely with the Director and Associate Director of the Writing Center to further the Writing Center’s mission and goals. Through mentorship and collaboration, you will deepen your knowledge of writing pedagogy while developing your skills in program administration.

Qualifications:

PhD in hand by August 2026
Strong organizational and communication skills
Genuine interest in administrative work
Self-motivation and initiative
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to be on campus full-time (40 hours/week)
Commitment to inclusive pedagogy

Bonus points if you have experience with or curiosity about writing center work, interest in topics like AI and writing pedagogy or writing across the curriculum, and enthusiasm for improving instructional programs.

Benefits:

5+1 postdoc internship salary (AY25-26: $51,860, https://5plus1.nd.edu/faq) ● Full benefits package
Professional development stipend
Opportunity to network and attend development with University Writing Program faculty

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, CV, and a writing sample (10-12 pages) to writing@nd.edu by December 31, 2025.

Competitive Teaching Positions - Two Positions Available

PLEASE NOTE: Competitive Teaching Salary is $42,000 (subject to change).

5+1 Co-Instructor of the "All Roads Lead to Rome" Foundational Course at Notre Dame Rome

In collaboration with other faculty teaching the foundational study abroad course in Rome and as a part of a teaching team, the postdoctoral fellow, appointed in a Humanities department at Notre Dame, would be the co-instructor of record for the All Roads Lead to Rome course (AL 24107/LLRO 34600/ HIST 34502) in the Fall, with the possibility of teaching one course independently in the Spring semester. This course is one of the two courses that are part of the curriculum of all students spending one semester studying abroad in Rome and is a collaborative effort among teaching staff at the ND Rome center. The course has been approved for the Ways of Knowing attributes in History, Fine Arts, and Literature. During the teaching period, the postdoctoral fellow is expected to conduct academic research in their field of specialization. Special consideration will be given to scholars whose research is linked to Rome and would benefit from a year in the city.

In addition to the Teaching Salary, the fellow will receive $6,000 (taxable) of housing supplement and up to $2,000 toward travel costs, co-sponsored by ND Rome and the Center for Italian Studies.

Location: Rome

Appointment Period: August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027

Application Deadline: December 31, 2025

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, references, and CV to mabruzz2@nd.edu. Subject line: 2026-2027 Rome 5+1 Post-doctoral fellowship application

If you have questions about this position, please feel free to contact Maria Abruzzo - mabruzz2@nd.edu.

5+1 Co-Instructor of the "Urbi et Orbi: Catholicism and the City of Rome" Course at Notre Dame Rome

The postdoctoral fellow, appointed in a Humanities department at Notre Dame and with a strong interest in the history, theology, art, and spirituality of the Catholic Church, would be the co-instructor of record for the Urbi et Orbi: Catholicism and the City of Rome course (THEO 44208) in Fall or Spring, with the possibility of teaching a course independently in the other semester. This course is open to students from ND Rome as well as one Rome-based university, in partnership with which it is developed. The class aims to offer a historical and theoretical introduction to the city and to the role it has played and continues to play in the Catholic Church from a multiplicity of complementary perspectives. The course has been approved for the Ways of Knowing attribute Catholicism and the disciplines. During the teaching period, the postdoctoral fellow is expected to conduct academic research in their field of specialization. Special consideration will be given to scholars whose research is linked to Rome and would benefit from a year in the city.

In addition to the Teaching Salary, the fellow will receive $6,000 (taxable) of housing supplement and up to $2,000 toward travel costs, co-sponsored by ND Rome and the Center for Italian Studies.

Location: Rome

Appointment Period: August 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027

Application Deadline: December 31, 2025

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, references, and CV to mabruzz2@nd.edu. Subject line: 2026-2027 Rome 5+1 Post-doctoral fellowship application

If you have questions about this position, please feel free to contact Maria Abruzzo - mabruzz2@nd.edu.

Internship Placements

Phillip Byers
Ph.D. in History, 2020
Cushwa Center for the Study of American Catholicism
James Cotton
Ph.D. in Literature, 2019
Flatley Center for Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement
Colleen Cross
Ph.D. in Theology and Peace Studies, 2020
Foundation Relations
Emily Donahoe
Ph.D. in English, 2021
Notre Dame Learning
Christopher Flanagan
Ph.D. in History, 2019
American Historical Association
Ross Jensen
Ph.D. in Philosophy, 2021
Notre Dame Institute for Advanced Study
Minju Kwon
Ph.D. in Political Science, 2019
Liu Institute
Ting Lau
Ph.D. in Philosophy, 2019
Notre Dame Institute of Advanced Study
Jay Miller
Ph.D. in English, 2020
Institute for Scholarship in the Liberal Arts
Amanda Nowak
Ph.D. in Psychology, 2020
The Graduate School
Lau Ortiz Mercado
Ph.D. in English, 2021
Shakespeare at Notre Dame
Anton Povzner
Ph.D. in English, 2021
Navari Center for Digital Scholarship
Christopher Rios-Sueverkruebbe
Ph.D. in Theology, 2021
Notre Dame Press
Justin Strong
Ph.D. in Theology, 2019
London Global Gateway
Dominique Vargas
Ph.D. in English, 2021
Notre Dame Learning
Rebecca West
Ph.D. in Medieval Studies, 2020
Universidad de los Andes, Chile
Rebecca Wiegel
Ph.D. in Theology, 2019
Gender Studies Program
Juliane Zenk
Ph.D. in Psychology, 2020
Graduate Student Life
Arnaud Zimmern
Ph.D. in English, 2020
Center for Digital Scholarship

Internship & Competitive Teaching Opportunities

Internships & Competitive Teaching Positions for Academic Year 2026/2027

List of Internships

Competitive Teaching Positions

Internship Position Descriptions

Academic Advancement Team - Department of Development

American Quarterly - Department of American Studies

Corporate Relations

Office of Foundation Relations

Core Responsibilities:

Graduate School - Professional Development Team

Hesburgh Libraries

Hesburgh - Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship

1. Digital Humanities Internship

2. GIS Internship

3. Legacy Technologies / Film, Television, Theatre Internship

4. Applicant Proposed Internship

Hesburgh - Rare Books & Special Collections

Institute for Social Concerns

Klau Institute for Civil and Human Rights

Maritain Center/History of Philosophy Forum

Medieval Institute & Sacred Music: Medieval Liturgy Project

Notre Dame Learning

Notre Dame Press

Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs

Office of Undergraduate Education - Exploratory Advisor

Shakespeare at Notre Dame

University Writing Center

Competitive Teaching Positions - Two Positions Available

5+1 Co-Instructor of the "All Roads Lead to Rome" Foundational Course at Notre Dame Rome

5+1 Co-Instructor of the "Urbi et Orbi: Catholicism and the City of Rome" Course at Notre Dame Rome

Internship Placements

Phillip Byers

James Cotton

Colleen Cross

Emily Donahoe

Christopher Flanagan

Ross Jensen

Minju Kwon

Ting Lau

Jay Miller

Amanda Nowak

Lau Ortiz Mercado

Anton Povzner

Christopher Rios-Sueverkruebbe

Justin Strong

Dominique Vargas

Rebecca West

Rebecca Wiegel

Juliane Zenk

Arnaud Zimmern