United Nations University-World Institute for
Development Economics Research is offering research fellowship in Finland. The
duration of the fellowship is two years with the possibility of renewal and
covers competitive net salary (tax-exempted), health insurance, education
grant, removal expenses and home leave. Women applicants and those from
developing countries are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a doctoral
degree in related fields. Send your application online by 31 July 2013.
Development Economics Research is offering research fellowship in Finland. The
duration of the fellowship is two years with the possibility of renewal and
covers competitive net salary (tax-exempted), health insurance, education
grant, removal expenses and home leave. Women applicants and those from
developing countries are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a doctoral
degree in related fields. Send your application online by 31 July 2013.
Study Subject (s): The
fellowship is awarded in the economics discipline at UNU-WIDER in Finland.
Course Level: This fellowship is for pursuing research programme at
UNU-WIDER in Finland.
Scholarship Provider: United Nations University-World Institute for
Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER)
Scholarship can be taken at: Finland
fellowship is awarded in the economics discipline at UNU-WIDER in Finland.
Course Level: This fellowship is for pursuing research programme at
UNU-WIDER in Finland.
Scholarship Provider: United Nations University-World Institute for
Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER)
Scholarship can be taken at: Finland
Eligibility: -PhD
in Economics, Development Economics, Political Science or a related Social
Science field;
-A minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive relevant professional
work experience, including the management of research and training programs;
-Demonstrated ability to carry out and manage development research activities
in an international environment;
-A proven track record of academic and policy publications;
-Good knowledge of the international research and policy agenda in areas
related to the Institute’s research programme;
-Teaching and research supervision experience;
-Excellent communications and drafting skills, with fluency in both oral and
written English.
-Knowledge of other official UN languages would be an asset;
-Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in
a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity.
-Applications from suitably qualified women candidates and those from
developing countries are particularly encouraged.
in Economics, Development Economics, Political Science or a related Social
Science field;
-A minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive relevant professional
work experience, including the management of research and training programs;
-Demonstrated ability to carry out and manage development research activities
in an international environment;
-A proven track record of academic and policy publications;
-Good knowledge of the international research and policy agenda in areas
related to the Institute’s research programme;
-Teaching and research supervision experience;
-Excellent communications and drafting skills, with fluency in both oral and
written English.
-Knowledge of other official UN languages would be an asset;
-Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in
a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity.
-Applications from suitably qualified women candidates and those from
developing countries are particularly encouraged.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following
Countries: International Citizens are eligible for this
research fellowship. Applications from suitably qualified women candidates and
those from developing countries are particularly encouraged.
Countries: International Citizens are eligible for this
research fellowship. Applications from suitably qualified women candidates and
those from developing countries are particularly encouraged.
Scholarship Description: The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of
scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate teaching and capacity development
and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the
Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through
research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global
problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States.
Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Director, the Research Fellows
will: Contribute effectively to the Institute’s research programme, and the
publication of research outputs; Manage research projects with external
researchers and participants; Participate in local and international research,
policy and outreach events; Assist in preparing and implementing conference,
communications and meeting activities vis-à-vis UNU-WIDER’s target audiences;
Carry out teaching, training and supervision within the capacity building
programme of the Institute, including guidance of junior researchers and PhD
students; Draft research and management reports; Prepare presentations and
speeches for specialist and non-specialist audiences; Perform other tasks as
assigned by the Director.
scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate teaching and capacity development
and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the
Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through
research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global
problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States.
Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Director, the Research Fellows
will: Contribute effectively to the Institute’s research programme, and the
publication of research outputs; Manage research projects with external
researchers and participants; Participate in local and international research,
policy and outreach events; Assist in preparing and implementing conference,
communications and meeting activities vis-à-vis UNU-WIDER’s target audiences;
Carry out teaching, training and supervision within the capacity building
programme of the Institute, including guidance of junior researchers and PhD
students; Draft research and management reports; Prepare presentations and
speeches for specialist and non-specialist audiences; Perform other tasks as
assigned by the Director.
Number of award (s): UNU-WIDER is looking for four (4) outstanding individuals with a
strong commitment and potential to support the research and training programme
of the Institute.
strong commitment and potential to support the research and training programme
of the Institute.
Duration of award(s): This is a full time fixed-term appointment. The initial appointment
will be for a period of two (2) years with the possibility of renewal on a
fixed-term appointment basis, subject to satisfactory work performance, with
the combined duration of fixed-term appointments not exceeding six (6) years.
The mandatory age of retirement for United Nations staff is 62 years. Staff
members of the United Nations University are international civil servants
subject to the authority of the Rector and may be assigned to any of the
activities or offices of the United Nations University.
will be for a period of two (2) years with the possibility of renewal on a
fixed-term appointment basis, subject to satisfactory work performance, with
the combined duration of fixed-term appointments not exceeding six (6) years.
The mandatory age of retirement for United Nations staff is 62 years. Staff
members of the United Nations University are international civil servants
subject to the authority of the Rector and may be assigned to any of the
activities or offices of the United Nations University.
What does it cover? The institute offers a competitive net salary (tax-exempted) at P-3/P-4
level and allowances including post adjustment. Post adjustment is subject to
change. The post carries the standard set of United Nations benefits and
entitlements for international positions in the UN Common Systems, including
participation in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund, the possibility
of participation in a health insurance programme, education grant, removal
expenses and home leave.
level and allowances including post adjustment. Post adjustment is subject to
change. The post carries the standard set of United Nations benefits and
entitlements for international positions in the UN Common Systems, including
participation in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund, the possibility
of participation in a health insurance programme, education grant, removal
expenses and home leave.
How to Apply: The mode
of applying is online.
of applying is online.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 31st July 2013.
