Center for Universal Education (CUE), as a part of the Global Economy and Development Program at the Brookings Institution, aims at developing and disseminating effective solutions to the challenges of achieving universal quality education worldwide. It offers a forum for research, high-level dialogue, and public debate on a range of issues relevant to education in the developing world. The center strives to help build the knowledge base of what is needed to improve learning opportunities and outcomes for girls and boys in developing countries, especially those most marginalized and hardest to reach.
In this context, CUE seeks applications from eligible candidates for the Global Scholars Program that aligns the research plans of the guest scholars with a collaborative research agenda.
During their 6-month residency at Brookings, guest scholars will work with Center staff on developing their specific research project, while also participating in a set of short workshops on different topics led by experts in the field. Guest scholars will draw on the resources of Brookings scholars as well as the extended public policy community in Washington, D.C., through participating in additional meetings and conferences and networking with the broader development community.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should have a background in education, development, economics, or a related area; with at least 7 years of professional experience in either research/academia, non-government and civil society, government, or business. Successful applicants will have an intimate understanding of education development issues and/or issues related to development and gender. Applicants who have not worked explicitly on girls’ education previously are welcome but should include an explanation of how this focus on girls’ education can be integrated successfully into their current and future work.
Expectations from Scholars
Guest scholars will be expected to work on an extensive cutting-edge research paper and a project proposal with the intent to implement their research in their home country upon completion of the program. Additional expectations of scholars include interacting with other Brookings scholars and the wider policy community, and a demonstrated ability to conduct professional, in-depth research and to deliver spoken presentations in English.
Guest scholars must be available for a full-time affiliation with Brookings for the entire 6-month residency component of the program (either January–July 2012 or July–December 2012). Guest scholars are required to research and write a working paper (between 6,000 and 10,000 words) on an approved topic. Papers are due in final form at the end of the 6-month program; guest scholars may have the opportunity to present their papers at a Brookings seminar or event. Each guest scholar is expected to be an active participant in Brookings and CUE activities, including but not limited to, regularly organized organizational staff meetings, informal discussions, seminars, presentations, and other CUE and Brookings events.
Monetary Provisions
Applicants selected for the fellowship will receive a living stipend of $5,000 a month, paid housing for the 6-month term, and round-trip travel expenses.
Last date for submission of applications is August 31, 2011
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