The Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (German Institute for International and Security Affairs – SWP) has issued a 2011 call for applications for the Transatlantic Post-Doc Fellowship for International Relations and Security (TAPIR).
It is an opportunity for young academics with a background in international relations and international security. The fellows spend a total of 24 months in three different research institutions or think tanks in order to build skills in policy-oriented research and create their own networks.
The fellowship consists of
- a monthly stipend of Euro 1,800.-
- a monthly allowance for health insurance of Euro 200.-
- and a one-time travel allowance of Euro 3,500 for travel to and from the host institutions.
Fees for residence permits are not included.
To be eligible for the Transatlantic Post-Doc Fellowship, candidates should have successfully defended their Ph.D. by the start of the program (October 1st, 2011). Candidates must have a strong interest in working in a policy-oriented international environment and must demonstrate their ability to do so by previous international academic experience. U.S., Canadian and European (in a broader geographical definition) nationals can apply to the program.
The deadline to apply is 1 February 2011. For more information, visit this link.
