Earth Institute at Columbia University is offering
a postdoctoral fellowship program in the USA. The EI Fellows program
provides innovative postdoctoral scholars with the opportunity to build a
foundation in one of the core disciplines represented within the Earth
Institute. International and US applicants are eligible for this
fellowship. Minorities and women are welcome. Duration of fellowship is two
years which include annual salary, research stipend, housing and other
benefits. Online application should be submitted by November 15, 2013.
a postdoctoral fellowship program in the USA. The EI Fellows program
provides innovative postdoctoral scholars with the opportunity to build a
foundation in one of the core disciplines represented within the Earth
Institute. International and US applicants are eligible for this
fellowship. Minorities and women are welcome. Duration of fellowship is two
years which include annual salary, research stipend, housing and other
benefits. Online application should be submitted by November 15, 2013.
Study Subject (s): The
EI Fellows program provides innovative postdoctoral scholars with the
opportunity to build a foundation in one of the core disciplines represented
within the Earth Institute (i.e. social, earth, biological,
engineering, and health sciences), while at the same time acquiring the breadth
of cross-disciplinary expertise needed to address critical issues related to
sustainable development. Specific areas of research include food security,
energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, disease, and
environmental degradation. The program offers a unique intellectual surrounding
that fosters cross-disciplinary interaction, research and education.
Course Level: Fellowship is available to postdoctoral scholars for
undertaking a research project at Earth Institute, Columbia University in
USA.
Scholarship Provider: Earth Institute, Columbia University
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
EI Fellows program provides innovative postdoctoral scholars with the
opportunity to build a foundation in one of the core disciplines represented
within the Earth Institute (i.e. social, earth, biological,
engineering, and health sciences), while at the same time acquiring the breadth
of cross-disciplinary expertise needed to address critical issues related to
sustainable development. Specific areas of research include food security,
energy systems, climate change impacts, poverty reduction, disease, and
environmental degradation. The program offers a unique intellectual surrounding
that fosters cross-disciplinary interaction, research and education.
Course Level: Fellowship is available to postdoctoral scholars for
undertaking a research project at Earth Institute, Columbia University in
USA.
Scholarship Provider: Earth Institute, Columbia University
Scholarship can be taken at: USA
Eligibility:-To be
eligible for the program, candidates must have received their doctoral degrees
(Ph.D., M.D. or J.D.) within five years prior to the start of the appointment.
– All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded before the
start of the fellowship.
-The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens.
-Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
-Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
eligible for the program, candidates must have received their doctoral degrees
(Ph.D., M.D. or J.D.) within five years prior to the start of the appointment.
– All doctoral requirements must be fulfilled and the degree awarded before the
start of the fellowship.
-The program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens.
-Columbia University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
-Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following
Countries: The postdoctoral fellowship program is open to
U.S. and non-U.S. citizens.
Countries: The postdoctoral fellowship program is open to
U.S. and non-U.S. citizens.
Scholarship Description: The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship program is the premier
program in the world for those dedicated to a better understanding of critical
scientific and social issues in global sustainable development. Earth Institute
Postdoctoral Fellows often referred to as the EI Fellows, will join
multidisciplinary teams of outstanding, committed scientists from across the
Earth Institute and Columbia University.
program in the world for those dedicated to a better understanding of critical
scientific and social issues in global sustainable development. Earth Institute
Postdoctoral Fellows often referred to as the EI Fellows, will join
multidisciplinary teams of outstanding, committed scientists from across the
Earth Institute and Columbia University.
Duration of award(s): EI Fellows are appointed for twenty-four months and appointments
typically begin September 1. However, depending on individual circumstances, as
well as the needs of a fellow’s host research unit, appointments may begin as
early as July 1.
typically begin September 1. However, depending on individual circumstances, as
well as the needs of a fellow’s host research unit, appointments may begin as
early as July 1.
What does it cover? EI Fellows will receive an annual salary of approximately $48,000. They
are also awarded a research stipend of $12,000 over the two-year term for
reimbursable expenses related to the fellowship. These funds can be used for
relocation and moving expenses, as well as for computer, travel, conference,
journal, book, software, equipment, and other research costs.
External Funding: EI Fellows are encouraged to participate in the development
and submission of research proposals in cooperation with their mentors, host
research units, or other researchers. When doing so, they must follow all
Columbia University rules applicable to postdoctoral scholars.
Visas: Columbia University only grants limited-term J1 visas for non-US
citizens.
Benefits: EI Fellows are considered Officers of Research by Columbia University
and are therefore eligible for health and medical benefits as well as other
benefits provided by the university for full-time employees.
are also awarded a research stipend of $12,000 over the two-year term for
reimbursable expenses related to the fellowship. These funds can be used for
relocation and moving expenses, as well as for computer, travel, conference,
journal, book, software, equipment, and other research costs.
External Funding: EI Fellows are encouraged to participate in the development
and submission of research proposals in cooperation with their mentors, host
research units, or other researchers. When doing so, they must follow all
Columbia University rules applicable to postdoctoral scholars.
Visas: Columbia University only grants limited-term J1 visas for non-US
citizens.
Benefits: EI Fellows are considered Officers of Research by Columbia University
and are therefore eligible for health and medical benefits as well as other
benefits provided by the university for full-time employees.
Selection Criteria: Care is taken to ensure that all of the Earth Institute’s core
disciplines are represented in the Committee. An initial, rigorous review of
the applications examines several factors, including the following: educational
and professional merit; relevance and strength of the research proposal; quality
of the recommendations; relevance of the proposed research to the core interest
of the Earth Institute to seek solutions to obstacles to sustainable
development; and current needs and priorities of the Earth Institute.
disciplines are represented in the Committee. An initial, rigorous review of
the applications examines several factors, including the following: educational
and professional merit; relevance and strength of the research proposal; quality
of the recommendations; relevance of the proposed research to the core interest
of the Earth Institute to seek solutions to obstacles to sustainable
development; and current needs and priorities of the Earth Institute.
How to Apply: The mode
of applying is online.
of applying is online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is November 15, 2013.