CIFAR is hereby invites exceptional early-career researchers from across the natural, biomedical and social sciences and the humanities to join CIFAR AZRIELI Global Scholars 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 Sponsor(s): CIFAR Azrieli, Canada
Host Institution(s): MaRS Centre, West Tower, Canada
Scholarship Worth: $100,000 over two years
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Postgraduates
Nationality: All Nationalities
Details
The CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars program includes three core components, each contributing toward the development of tomorrow’s research leaders:
Participating in a CIFAR Research Program – An Interdisciplinary Network of Fellows
Strengthening Leadership and Communication Skills
Increasing Impact Within and Outside of Academia
Some examples of potential leadership opportunities include, but are not limited to:
Leading a research project in collaboration with other CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars or CIFAR Fellows
Organizing a Winter/Summer School aligned with a CIFAR research program
Leading or contributing to a knowledge mobilization activity with other CIFAR Fellows
Discussing research with stakeholders in academia, policy or business to understand different perspectives and influence change
Writing and publishing an op-ed piece
Delivering a public lecture
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars program, applicants are expected to meet the following conditions:
Applicants may 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 an institution of higher education or research.
Scholars’ research interests should complement the themes and goals of a recruiting CIFAR research program.
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: To be considered for CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars program, applicants should follow these steps:
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