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CHASM is very pleased to announce a new venture for 2018 – an International Visiting Research Fellowship scheme.
Applications for this position(s) is sought from any interested party not based in the UK to visit and work with CHASM members.
Fellowship duties
The successful applicant will be expected to spend at least 2 weeks present in Birmingham, UK. before the end of July 2018. Subsequent research work could however be undertaken beyond this point.
Access to a work area, computer and the internet will be provided to the successful candidates during their stay.
Successful applicants will be expected to:
1. present a research seminar during their visit to the Centre as part of the regular CHASM research series or participate as a speaker in one of CHASM’s regularly organised events (see https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/social-policy/chasm/events/index.aspx for examples of recent events).
2. to write a brief on an area of your expertise of interest to CHASM mailing list for publication under the CHASM banner (see https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/social-policy/chasm/publications/briefing-papers.aspx for examples of previous briefings).
3. to undertake research with one (or more) of CHASM’s core members. This work should lead to at least one high quality academic output within 12 months of the completion of the visit, and other outputs that may be applicable to create significant impact from the results of the research.
Funding
The successful applicant(s) will receive a share of up to GBP5,000 to cover (economy) airfare, accommodation etc. costs incurred for the duration of their visit to CHASM (within the normal rules for the reimbursement of expenses at the University of Birmingham – see https://intranet.birmingham.ac.uk/finance/payroll/Expenses.aspx or seek clarification as detailed below). Only directly incurred and fully receipted costs can be reimbursed. No stipend or subsistence is payable.
Selection
Selection is based on the applicant's research proposal and on their ability to contribute to CHASM’s current key areas of interest and activity (see http://www.bham.ac.uk/chasm). More than one fellowship may be offered if more than one strong application is received.
Applications are welcome from academics and others who have a track record of engaging with academic research.
Application
To apply, applicants must send by email:
1. A letter of application, indicating the area they wish to research under the Fellowship and anticipated publication(s), who and how they will collaborate with CHASM academic(s), and their agreed timing to undertake the Fellowship. (Applicants may wish to contact CHASM members they would like to work with in advance of applying to seek their support)
2. A current curriculum vitae that includes at least your full name, current position, institution and full research/publications record.
3. A brief research proposal detailing work to be undertaken and target outputs (academic and other if applicable) and practical impacts that could be expected from the work.
4. Outline budget for the trip proposed (confirmation of the proposed budget will be sought before award is confirmed).
Deadline for applications is 16th February 2018.
We would expect to notify successful applicants no later than the 16th of March 2018.
All applications should be made by email to Helen Harris ([log in to unmask])
For any further details please contact CHASM Director, Prof. Andy Lymer at [log in to unmask]
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