Smith Postdoctoral Fellowship 2021 in Conservation Research

OPPORTUNITY DETAILS

Total reward

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Association

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Deadline

02 Oct 2020

Study level

Undergraduate

Opportunity type

Scholarships

Opportunity funding

Full funding

Eligible Countries

This opportunity is destined for all countries

Eligible Region

All Regions

Applications call for David H. Smith Postdoctoral Fellowship 2021 in Conservation Research.

About the Fellowship

The purpose of the David H. Smith Postdoctoral Conservation Research Fellowship is: To create opportunities for leading conservation scientists to strengthen their skills through two years of applied post-doctoral research, supplemented by training programs, peer networking, and field learning experiences; so that they may: 1. Build productive partnerships with conservation practitioners; and 2. Contribute and communicate scientific knowledge to problems of critical importance in conservation.

The focus of Smith Fellows research and activities should be characterized by:

Funding

Each Fellow will receive an annual salary of $59,000 plus benefits, with the post-doctoral position expected to run for two consecutive years. In addition to the stipend, each Fellow receives a travel budget of $8,000 and a research fund of $32,000 over the 2-year fellowship period.

Role

Fellows will spend up to three weeks per year during their fellowship attending Program-sponsored professional development retreats each year. These retreats provide opportunities to cultivate skills typically not covered during their academic education including leadership, communications, professional and funder networks, and to gain a better understanding of policy-making and application of research. Fellows are expected to pursue their research outlined in their proposal on a full-time basis.