Application Deadline: 1/3/2024 9:00 AM
LOCATION: United Arab Emirates
The Al Qasimi Foundation’s Faculty Research Grants are open to current faculty members at recognized tertiary institutions from across the world. They are designed to sponsor faculty conducting field research in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah over the summer or during a sabbatical for up to two (2) months.
ELIGIBILITY:
The minimum eligibility criteria for applicants seeking Faculty Research Grants:
Applicant must be a current faculty member at an accredited tertiary institution who holds a doctorate or other terminal degree.
Applicant must have a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 90 or IELTS score of 6.5 if English is a secondary language.
Applicant’s proposed research must focus on the United Arab Emirates, and specifically the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. If the research proposal includes other locations, Ras Al Khaimah must be a significant focus for data gathering and analysis.
Proposed research must address an education, public policy, or closely related social science issue or question. Relevant topics (dependent on research question) may include areas such as education, urban planning/development, public health, economic development, food access, and energy or environmental policy.
Proposed research must have Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval at the applicant’s home institution.
BENEFIT:
Faculty Research Grants provide up to 35,000 AED for direct, project-related expenses, such as travel (airfare, car rental, accommodation, living stipend, visa), research assistant support, equipment purchases, translation, event hosting, and printed materials. In addition, the Al Qasimi Foundation provides office space, research support, and administrative assistance.
