The Asia Research Institute (ARI) at the National
University of Singapore (NUS) is inviting applications for three types of
research fellowships in 2014/15 academic year. Research fellowships/senior
research fellowships for a total of a four-year and postdoctoral
fellowships up to a total of a two-year will commence either
in June/July 2014 or December 2014/January 2015. One-year
visiting research Fellowships/senior research fellowships come with a
monthly honorarium of S$2,250 and travel assistance, plus housing
benefits. Support for research and fieldwork and conference attendance (on
application and subject to approval) will be provided in all three fellowships.
Applications will close on 1 September 2013.
University of Singapore (NUS) is inviting applications for three types of
research fellowships in 2014/15 academic year. Research fellowships/senior
research fellowships for a total of a four-year and postdoctoral
fellowships up to a total of a two-year will commence either
in June/July 2014 or December 2014/January 2015. One-year
visiting research Fellowships/senior research fellowships come with a
monthly honorarium of S$2,250 and travel assistance, plus housing
benefits. Support for research and fieldwork and conference attendance (on
application and subject to approval) will be provided in all three fellowships.
Applications will close on 1 September 2013.
Study Subject(s): A majority of the positions will be allocated to ARI’s more specific
areas of research focus: Asian Migration, Asian Urbanisms, Changing Family in
Asia, Cultural Studies in Asia, Religion and Globalization in Asian Contexts,
Science, Technology, and Society, Metacluster: Historical Sociology of Asian
Connections and Open Category (ARI also keeps its doors open to talented people
with exciting ideas and worthwhile projects whose interests may not immediately
fit one of the categories. Applications are welcome from across the whole
spectrum of the humanities and social sciences, and especially for projects
that are innovative and interdisciplinary). However, some will be given to
outstanding projects in any area outside of those listed. Applicants should
mention which category they are applying to or if none, indicate the “open
category”. Applications which link more than one field are also welcome.
Course Level: Fellowships are available for pursuing research
program at the Asia Research Institute (ARI).
Scholarship Provider: The Asia Research Institute (ARI) at National
University of Singapore (NUS)
Scholarship can be taken at: Singapore
areas of research focus: Asian Migration, Asian Urbanisms, Changing Family in
Asia, Cultural Studies in Asia, Religion and Globalization in Asian Contexts,
Science, Technology, and Society, Metacluster: Historical Sociology of Asian
Connections and Open Category (ARI also keeps its doors open to talented people
with exciting ideas and worthwhile projects whose interests may not immediately
fit one of the categories. Applications are welcome from across the whole
spectrum of the humanities and social sciences, and especially for projects
that are innovative and interdisciplinary). However, some will be given to
outstanding projects in any area outside of those listed. Applicants should
mention which category they are applying to or if none, indicate the “open
category”. Applications which link more than one field are also welcome.
Course Level: Fellowships are available for pursuing research
program at the Asia Research Institute (ARI).
Scholarship Provider: The Asia Research Institute (ARI) at National
University of Singapore (NUS)
Scholarship can be taken at: Singapore
Eligibility: All
positions are intended for outstanding active researchers from around the
world, to work on an important piece of research in the social sciences and
humanities. Interdisciplinary interests are encouraged. Up to three months of a
12-month fellowship may be spent conducting fieldwork in the Asian region.
-Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships: Interested applicants should
have at least a PhD with a few years of postdoctoral research experience.
-One-year Visiting Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships: Interested
applicants should have at least a PhD with a few years of postdoctoral research
experience.
-Postdoctoral Fellowships: Candidates must have fulfilled all requirements of
the PhD within the last 2 years. If you are still a PhD candidate at the point
of application, you may also apply provided that you are confirmed for
graduation by either June/July 2014 or December 2014/January 2015. A letter
from your university will be required to confirm your graduation before your
proposed start date.
positions are intended for outstanding active researchers from around the
world, to work on an important piece of research in the social sciences and
humanities. Interdisciplinary interests are encouraged. Up to three months of a
12-month fellowship may be spent conducting fieldwork in the Asian region.
-Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships: Interested applicants should
have at least a PhD with a few years of postdoctoral research experience.
-One-year Visiting Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships: Interested
applicants should have at least a PhD with a few years of postdoctoral research
experience.
-Postdoctoral Fellowships: Candidates must have fulfilled all requirements of
the PhD within the last 2 years. If you are still a PhD candidate at the point
of application, you may also apply provided that you are confirmed for
graduation by either June/July 2014 or December 2014/January 2015. A letter
from your university will be required to confirm your graduation before your
proposed start date.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Domestic and international students can apply for these
fellowships.
fellowships.
Scholarship Description: Applications are invited for Research Fellowships/Senior Research
Fellowships and Postdoctoral Fellowships at the Asia Research Institute (ARI)
for commencement either in June/July 2014 or December 2014/January 2015.
Applications for the One-Year Visiting Research Fellowships/Senior Research
Fellowships are for commencement in April, July or October 2014. All positions
are intended for outstanding active researchers from around the world, to work
on an important piece of research in the social sciences and humanities.
Interdisciplinary interests are encouraged. Up to three months of a 12-month
fellowship may be spent conducting fieldwork in the Asian region. A majority of
the positions will be allocated to ARI’s more specific areas of research focus.
However, some will be given to outstanding projects in any area outside of
those listed. Applicants should mention which category they are applying
to or if none, indicate the “open category”. Applications which link more than
one field are also welcome.
Fellowships and Postdoctoral Fellowships at the Asia Research Institute (ARI)
for commencement either in June/July 2014 or December 2014/January 2015.
Applications for the One-Year Visiting Research Fellowships/Senior Research
Fellowships are for commencement in April, July or October 2014. All positions
are intended for outstanding active researchers from around the world, to work
on an important piece of research in the social sciences and humanities.
Interdisciplinary interests are encouraged. Up to three months of a 12-month
fellowship may be spent conducting fieldwork in the Asian region. A majority of
the positions will be allocated to ARI’s more specific areas of research focus.
However, some will be given to outstanding projects in any area outside of
those listed. Applicants should mention which category they are applying
to or if none, indicate the “open category”. Applications which link more than
one field are also welcome.
Duration of award(s):
-Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships:
The appointment will be tenable for a period of two years at the first
instance, with the possibility of extension for another term of two years (i.e.
up to a total of a four-year term).
-One-year Visiting Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships: The
appointment will have a normative tenure of one year, though shorter periods
may be negotiated.
-Postdoctoral Fellowships: Contract is tenable for a period of one year in the
first instance with a possibility of extension to two years (i.e., up to a
total of a two-year term).
-Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships:
The appointment will be tenable for a period of two years at the first
instance, with the possibility of extension for another term of two years (i.e.
up to a total of a four-year term).
-One-year Visiting Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships: The
appointment will have a normative tenure of one year, though shorter periods
may be negotiated.
-Postdoctoral Fellowships: Contract is tenable for a period of one year in the
first instance with a possibility of extension to two years (i.e., up to a
total of a two-year term).
What does it cover?
-Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships:
The fellowship comes with a competitive remuneration and benefits package,
depending on seniority. Support for research and fieldwork, and conference
attendance (on application and subject to approval).
-One-year Visiting Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships: This
fellowship comes with a monthly honorarium of S$2,250 and travel assistance,
plus housing benefits. Limited support for research and fieldwork, and
conference attendance (on application and subject to approval).
-Postdoctoral Fellowships: An all-inclusive, fixed monthly salary of S$5,000
and a monthly housing allowance of S$500 will be provided (the latter is
applicable to non-Singaporeans only). Support for research and fieldwork, and
conference attendance (on application and subject to approval).
-Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships:
The fellowship comes with a competitive remuneration and benefits package,
depending on seniority. Support for research and fieldwork, and conference
attendance (on application and subject to approval).
-One-year Visiting Research Fellowships/Senior Research Fellowships: This
fellowship comes with a monthly honorarium of S$2,250 and travel assistance,
plus housing benefits. Limited support for research and fieldwork, and
conference attendance (on application and subject to approval).
-Postdoctoral Fellowships: An all-inclusive, fixed monthly salary of S$5,000
and a monthly housing allowance of S$500 will be provided (the latter is
applicable to non-Singaporeans only). Support for research and fieldwork, and
conference attendance (on application and subject to approval).
Notification: Only successful candidates will be notified (via email). Candidates who
do not hear from the University within 10 weeks after the closing date of the
advertisement may assume the position has been filled.
do not hear from the University within 10 weeks after the closing date of the
advertisement may assume the position has been filled.
How to Apply: Interested applicants are invited to email their applications to
joinari-at-nus.edu.sg, consisting of:
1.Application form. Please ensure that that application form submitted is in MS
Word or equivalent editable formats only.
2.Curriculum Vitae;
3.Synopsis of the proposed research project (no restriction on the number of
pages);
4.At least one sample of published work;
5.Ensure that a minimum of three letters of reference are sent to us in
confidence via email reporting on the applicant’s academic standing and on the
applicant’s research project by 1 September 2013.
joinari-at-nus.edu.sg, consisting of:
1.Application form. Please ensure that that application form submitted is in MS
Word or equivalent editable formats only.
2.Curriculum Vitae;
3.Synopsis of the proposed research project (no restriction on the number of
pages);
4.At least one sample of published work;
5.Ensure that a minimum of three letters of reference are sent to us in
confidence via email reporting on the applicant’s academic standing and on the
applicant’s research project by 1 September 2013.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Closing date for applications is 1 September 2013.
