Apply! Nordic Africa Institute Guest Researchers’ Scholarship

The purpose of the Guest Researchers’ Scholarship Programme is to provide opportunities for postdoctoral researchers in Africa to pursue their own research projects, thereby indirectly strengthening the academic milieux in African countries. The scholarship offers access to the Institute’s library and other resources that provide for a stimulating research environment. Through the programme, the Nordic Africa Institute can establish and maintain relations with and between African and Nordic research communities.

Deadline
1st April 2018

Programme
Research

Value
-The scholarship includes a return air-fare (economy class), accommodation, a subsistence allowance of 300 SEK (approx. 34 USD) per day plus an installation grant of 2,500 SEK (approx. 280 USD) and access to a computer in a shared office at NAI.
-The Institute’s library is specialized in literature on contemporary Africa and focuses on Social Sciences. Guest Researchers also have access to the Uppsala University Library, including their online resources, and to the Library of the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences.
Guest Researchers have the possibility to present their research at the Nordic Africa Institute and to visit other institutions in the Nordic countries.

Eligibility
-The scholarship programme is directed at postdoctoral researchers based in Africa and engaged in -Africa-oriented research within the discipline of Social Sciences and Humanities.
-The applicant should be affiliated to an African university/research center and have a proven track record of extensive research experience.
-The Institute strives to achieve a fair distribution of scholarship positions in regards to gender and geographic focus.

Application
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