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The Indian Ocean World Centre (IOWC), Department of History & Classical Studies, invites applications for two Postdoctoral positions to research the history of the Indian Ocean World (IOW), a macro region running from East Asia to Eastern Africa, in the period c.1800 to the present. The posts are to examine the impact of, respectively, (i) sulphur-rich volcanic eruptions and (ii) cyclones. This research opportunity explores the socio-economic and political impacts of such volcanism/cyclonic activity.
We are particularly interested in candidates whose work engages with the experiences of peoples and communities indigenous to the IOW, from gender, age, ethnic and wealth disparity perspectives.
Research topics may include, but are not limited to:
This position is unionized, and the incumbent will hold dual status as both a student and a McGill employee, and as a member of the AMURE (Postdocs) bargaining unit.
For interested applicants, you must include: 1) a cover letter that includes a description of current research, future plans for research, and interest in the position; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) one sample of scholarly writing (a published article, unpublished paper or chapter); and 4) the names of three referees to provide letters upon request. Applicants who do not have a completed PhD at the time of application must include a letter from the Department Chair specifying the date of the dissertation defence. Please upload them all to Workday when you apply.
Refer to the following link for further information on eligibility criteria for postdoctoral appointments.
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Hiring Unit:
Indian Ocean World Centre (IOWC), Department of History & Classical Studies
Number of Positions: 2
Supervisor: Professor Gwyn Campbell
Total Hours Per Week: 35
Salary: $55,000/year
Planned Start and End Date: 22 March 2027 to 21 March 2028
Location: Peterson Hall, 3460 McTavish Street
Deadline to Apply:
2026-11-27
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