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THE ROYAL SOCIETY CAREER DEVELOPMENT FELLOWSHIP

Application Deadline: 24 January 2024, at 3pm UK time.

LOCATION: United Kingdom

This scheme provides the most talented early career scientists from underrepresented groups in STEM with research funding and high-quality training opportunities to build a strong base for a successful research career. The Career Development Fellowship is now open to applications. 

ELIGIBILITY:

Research must be within the Royal Society’s remit of natural sciences, which includes but is not limited to biological research, chemistry, engineering, mathematics and physics. For a full list, please see the breakdown of subject groups and areas supported by the Royal Society. 

You can apply for the pilot scheme if you: 

Self-identify as being from a Black heritage including mixed Black background; 
and 

Have a PhD or will have one by the time the funding starts; but have less than 24 months post-doctoral experience; 

Both UK and non-UK domiciled researchers who wish to conduct their research in the UK are eligible. 

Before applying, please ensure that you meet all eligibility requirements, laid out in the scheme notes. 

BENEFIT:

Up to £690,000 over four years to cover the Research Fellow’s salary and associated on-costs (at 80%), directly allocated costs (at 80%) and research expenses; 

A high-quality programme of training, mentoring and engagement to support career development; 

Flexibility to accommodate personal circumstances including part-time working. There is also provision for maternity, paternity, adoptive or extended sick leave.

Applicants can request relocation and visa costs for themselves and their dependants (partner and children). These costs can be requested in addition to the total grant cap of £690,000 over four years.

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UPPSALA UNIVERSITY CLAUDE AKE VISITING CHAIR

Application Deadline: 21 January, 2024

LOCATION: Sweden

The Claude Ake Visiting Chair Programme is dedicated to honoring Professor Claude Ake’s memory and invites internationally recognized senior scholars with professorial competence to apply.

ELIGIBILITY:

This programme is designed for social scientists from African universities who champion social justice and specialize in areas like war, peace, conflict resolution, human rights, democracy, and development.

Applicants should be internationally recognized senior scholars with professorial competence in their respective fields of expertise. Normally, this translates to Professor, Associate Professor, or their equivalence. The Chair holder is expected to spend three (3) months in Uppsala in the time-span mid-August to mid December 2024. Applications from female candidates are encouraged.

A complete and updated curriculum vitae (CV), including relevant information regarding academic title, current and previous positions, research and teaching activities, and a list of publications. It should also include all relevant contact information.

A short abstract of the research project to be carried out as visiting chair holder.

 A research proposal outlining the main features of the research project to be carried out during the visit including the expected results. The length of the proposal should be a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 pages.

Two of the applicant’s publications. These should normally be the two most important articles related to the research project to be pursued during the visit.

A signed recommendation letter from a senior scholar or policymaker working in the same field as the applicant.

A signed letter from the applicant’s Head of Department or Dean (or equivalent) which confirms that the application is supported by the institution with which the nominee is affiliated.

BENEFIT:

The awardee is entitled to a tax-free stipend/scholarship of 30 000 SEK/month. If the awardee is absent from Uppsala for reasons not associated with the program, deductions will be made to the stipend/scholarship. In addition, travel costs and accommodation for the holder of the position is covered by the grant. The Chair holder is provided office space at the DPCR and NAI, and basic office equipment

Scholars awarded the Chair will have the opportunity to pursue their own research while contributing to ongoing activities at the Department of Peace and Conflict Research of Uppsala University and the Nordic Africa Institute.

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