What is an environmental humanities postdoc?

Career: Environmental Humanities Postdoc

Environmental Humanities Postdocs are early-career researchers who have recently earned their PhDs and are engaged in advanced research at the intersection of environmental studies and the humanities. These positions typically involve interdisciplinary work that explores how human culture, history, philosophy, literature, and the arts shape and are shaped by environmental issues. Postdocs in this field may teach courses, conduct independent research, collaborate on projects, and contribute to academic publications. The goal is often to deepen our understanding of the social, ethical, and cultural dimensions of environmental challenges and to develop innovative responses to them.