Fellowships for Visiting Faculty
Faculty Fellowship Application [PDF]
The Center for Ethics and Public Affairs encourages teaching and research on ethics, moral and political philosophy, and ethical issues in public life and the professions. Its resident Fellowships support outstanding teachers and scholars who wish to develop their ability to address pressing questions in these fields.
Activities
Fellows contribute to, and participate in, a twice monthly Faculty Seminar organized by the Center and have the opportunity to participate wide variety of academic events both at Tulane and the Murphy Institute. A significant part of their time, however, is devoted to conducting their own research.
Eligibility
Fellows are selected by external reviewers and members of the Center’s Faculty Committee. Applicants are judged on the basis of the quality of achievements in their field of specialization and ability to benefit from work in the Center; the contributions they are likely to make in the future through teaching and writing; and the probable significance of their proposed research and its relevance to the purpose of the Center. Applicants should hold a doctorate in philosophy, political theory, history, economics or related disciplines; or an advanced professional degree. Preference will be given to applicants at an early stage of their careers, normally no more than ten years from the terminal degree in their field. Applicants ordinarily should hold a college or university faculty appointment at the time of application. Center Faculty Fellowships are open to all faculty regardless of citizenship.
Application Procedure
To apply for a fellowship, please submit:
1. The Faculty Fellowship application cover sheet (available as a PDF, please see above);
2. A detailed description of the research project you propose to undertake during the fellowship year (approximately 1,500 words) and a one page bibliography for the project;
3. Your curriculum vitae in outline form, not to exceed two pages;
4. A scholarly paper in English you have written or published (preferably in the last two years).
You also should arrange for two letters of reference to be sent directly to the Center (via postal, Federal Express, or other reliable courier service) so that they arrive by the deadline date. The address for mailing the letters of reference is below.
Regular Submission: Complete applications should be sent via postal service, Federal Express, or other reliable courier service to:
Fellowship Coordinator
The Center for Ethics and Public Affairs
The Murphy Institute
108 Tilton Hall
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA 70118-5698
Electronic submission: Please contact the Fellowship Coordinator, Meg Keenan, via email at mkeenan@tulane.edu for instructions.
If you need further assistance, please contact us via email, or by phone, 504.862.3236.
Stipends
Stipends will vary in accordance to individual circumstance. Those on leave from a college or university normally receive up to one-half of their academic salary; their home institution is expected to provide at least half of the salary. All Fellows receive the use of an office equipped with a desktop computer, library privileges, and a research, travel and housing allowance.