About the Fellowship

The strength of the American federal system is dependent on the vitality of the first branch, the U.S. Congress. In an effort to support scholarship on Congress’s role in the system, the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress invites qualified scholars to apply for a post-doctoral fellowship to support research on key topics, including: the separation of powers, the role of constituent voice in policymaking, diversity and representation in the legislative branch, and institutional reforms to increase congressional capacity.

This fellowship is made possible by generous support from the Democracy Fund.

Eligibility

Scholars who have received a terminal advanced degree within the past seven years in the humanities, social sciences, or in a professional field such as law are eligible. Scholars who have not yet completed their dissertation are also eligible, provided they have received the PhD before the fellowship appointment begins. Applicants may be U.S. citizens or foreign nationals.

Promotion

The Kluge Center at the Library of Congress will promote and advertise the Fellow position in a wide range of appropriate venues such that potential applicants will learn about this opportunity.