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AL QASIMI FOUNDATION’S FACULTY RESEARCH GRANTS

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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. 

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THE ROYAL SOCIETY CAREER DEVELOPMENT FELLOWSHIP

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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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