Deadline: 15 November 2018
Applications are open for “INGSA Research Associates Grant Programme 2019” that is a collaborative platform for policy makers, practitioners, national academies, and academics to share experience, build capacity and develop theoretical and practical approaches to the use of scientific evidence in informing policy at all levels of government.
The grant will be an opportunity for researchers and policy practitioners to:
- undertake professional development activities and research with the support of INGSA;
- present their work and network with other INGSA Research Associates at INGSA’s international meeting (event to be confirmed 2019);
- build peer and professional networks & visibility through INGSA activities and communications; and
- develop their career through publications and research activities that support the INGSA mission.
Funding Information
The maximum amount of funding awarded will be €15,000 euros per project.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must hold a PhD at time of application OR have at least 5 years full-time equivalent experience in research or as a public policy professional (e.g. advice, analysis, implementation, evaluation).
- Applicants must be living and working in Low and Middle Income Countries (LMICs).
- Applicants must be individuals. Teams of applicants are not eligible
- Applicants must be employed at a recognised institution of higher education, an independent research organisation, government agency, international organisation, or relevant NGO for the duration of the award.
- Applicants who can demonstrate relevant experience relating to developing and using science in public policy and government advisory systems are particularly encouraged to apply.
Assessment Criteria
- Potential for new knowledge to be generated, disseminated and applied
- Relevance to science advice demand at a national or regional level
- Applicant’s track record and alignment with interests
- Feasibility and collaborative nature of approach
- Alignment with institutional expertise/focus and national/regional priorities
How to Apply
Applicants can apply online via given website.
For more information, please visit INGSA.