Deadline- 15 September 2013
The Social Science Research Center Berlin (WZB) and the International Social Science Council (ISSC) are accepting applications for Global Fellowship Programme which aims to focus on problems of modern societies in a globalized world. The objective of this program is to contribute to build a new generation of outstanding social scientists in developing countries who are willing and able to contribute to solving current global problems.
Documents required-
- A letter of motivation
- A summary of their main research and teaching contributions, indicating how these relate to the research topics at the WZB. Candidates should also address the societal relevance of their research (maximum 1 page).
- Two letters of recommendation from current or past senior colleagues.
- A curriculum vitae, including information on education, publications, participation in research projects and networks, teaching experience, awards and prizes received and other pertinent experiences.
- An indication of the candidate’s English language proficiency.
- Agreement from their home institution to the research stay in Germany
Eligibility & Criteria-
Early-career scientist (Post-Doctoral researcher with no more than 5 years’ work experience after their PhD or scientists without a PhD but with an equivalent level of research experience and output) residing and working in a developing country to conduct research for up to six months at the WZB may apply.
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