Research Fellow, King Philipâs War
Research Fellow, King Philipâs War
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Job Description
Historic New England (HNE) seeks applicants for a part-time researcher specializing in King Philips War in New England to support the interpretation at our Clemence-Irons House and select 17th century sites in other New England states. This 9 month term-limited position will start in September of 2025 offering up to 20 work hours per week with schedule flexibility.
The research in this fellowship will focus on the mid-1600s to mid-1700s utilizing all resources available to expand our knowledge of this history with the goal of providing a deeper more nuanced understanding of the conflict and its impacts.
This is a post-masters degree position in a uniquely interdisciplinary setting with the opportunity to work across teams with HNE staff in areas of material culture archives preservation architectural history and visitor candidates are those who will use this opportunity for growth in their career and educational endeavors.
Historic New England welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds experiences and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusion.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct extensive primary and secondary research to deepen and broaden our knowledge of the topics subjects stories and people particularly as they relate to Historic New England sites
- Participate in and contribute to Historic New Englands culture through staff training blogs and vlogs and public programs
- Collaborate with the other researchers and staff to incorporate the research products into transformative experiences at our sites
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A completed masters degree or expected completion before September 1 2025 in fields related to the fellowship topic
- Commitment to the values of diversity equity accessibility and inclusion
- Means of transportation and ability to travel to Historic New England sites as well as any librariesarchives and research facilitiesasneeded
- Strong belief in and demonstrated commitment to Historic New Englands mission and values
- Commitment to the highest standards of professionalism excellence and Inclusion Diversity Equity and Access (IDEA)
- New England residency required
Other Duties
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Deadline for Application
July 28 2025
To Apply
Contact Dr. Alissa Butler at .
Historic New England is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
Employment Type
Part-Time
