Deadline- November 1, 2012
Countries/Region- All Countries
The Getty Foundation invites applicants for the Conservation Guest Scholarship Program in the fields of conservation, with an emphasis on the visual arts (including sites, buildings, objects) and the theoretical underpinnings of the field.
The program provides an opportunity for professionals to pursue scholarly research in an interdisciplinary manner across traditional boundaries in areas of interest to the international conservation community.
A monthly stipend of $3,500 is awarded, prorated to the actual dates of residency. Other Benefits: In addition to the stipend, the grant also includes a workstation at the Conservation Institute, research assistance, airfare to Los Angeles, an apartment in the Getty scholar housing complex, and health benefits.
Tenure– The tenure for this award is two years.
Eligibility–
- These grants are for established conservators, scientists, and professionals who have attained distinction in conservation and allied fields. Applicants should have at least five years experience in the field of conservation and should have an established record of publications and other contributions to the field. Grants are not intended to fund research for the completion of an academic degree.
- The GCI will consider proposals that require use of the GCI Science laboratories; however these are dependent upon availability of lab facilities and staff time.
- Applications are welcome from researchers of all nationalities.
How To Apply?
- Applicants are required to complete and submit the online Getty Conservation Guest Scholar Grant application form (which includes completing an online information sheet, uploading a Project Proposal; Curriculum Vitae; Selected Bibliography, and a single optional writing sample) by the given deadline.
- Applicants must have access to a Web browser that allows cookies. Foundation strongly recommend use of the following browser versions (or later): Internet Explorer 8, Mozilla Firefox 3.6.1, Safari 5, Google Chrome 5.
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