Now Accepting Applications for Research Associates

The John Carter Brown Library, located on the campus of Brown University, has one of the world’s most significant collections relating to the history of the early Americas, particularly focused on printed books, maps, and prints.

The JCB is hiring two Research Associates who will work collaboratively on designated topics relevant to the library’s collections and mission, conducting research and producing both general audience and scholarly publications. Associated with the JCB’s initiative 2026 and Beyond, the Research Associates will undertake directed research and produce public-facing and scholarly work on histories and legacies of religions and freedom in the early Americas with an emphasis on the eighteenth century.

The Research Associates will also have the remit to do a lot of independent decision making within the broad topic area.

This position will start on July 1, 2026. 

For more information, please see the full job listing at https://brown.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/staff-careers-brown/details/Research-Associate_REQ205469.