CIFAR invites outstanding early career researchers from across the natural, biomedical and social sciences and humanities to participate CIFAR AZRIELI Global Studies Program, our interdisciplinary research programs that address some of the most important questions facing science and humanity.
CIFAR is supported by the governments of Canada, Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec as well as international partner organizations, individuals, foundations and corporations.
Scholarship Sponsors: CIFAR Azrieli, Canada
Host institutions: MaRS Centre, West Tower, Canada
Scholarship Worth: $100,000 in two years
Number of awards: enough
Level of education: postgraduates
Nationality: All Nationalities
DETAILS | CIFAR AZRIELI Global Studies Program
The CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars Program comprises three key components, each contributing to the development of tomorrow’s research leaders:
- Participation in a CIFAR Research Program – An Interdisciplinary Network of Fellows
- Strengthening Leadership and Communication Skills
- Growing impact inside and outside of academia
Some examples of potential leadership opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead a research project in collaboration with other CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars or CIFAR Fellows
- Organization of a Winter/Summer School aligned with the CIFAR research program
- Lead or contribute to a knowledge mobilization activity with other CIFAR Fellows
- Discuss research with stakeholders in academia, policy or business to understand different perspectives and influence change
- Writing and publishing a project
- Delivering a public lecture
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for the CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars program, applicants are expected to meet the following requirements:
- Candidates can be based anywhere in the world
- Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) and be within the first five years of starting a full-time research position at a higher education or research institution.
- Scholars’ research interests should complement the themes and objectives of a recruiting CIFAR research program.
Also Apply: Merit Québec Scholarship for Foreign Students (PBEEE) 2023 – 2024
Application Procedures
How to apply: To be considered for the CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars program, applicants should follow these steps:
- To create an account, use register If you have an existing account, use the Login button. Important note: Register or login by providing your first name, last name, email address and a password. DO NOT sign up or log in with Facebook, Twitter or Google.
- Once logged in, select your purpose from the options provided to proceed to the appropriate submission form.
Application deadline: 25 October 2023
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