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2019 Ph.D. Fellowships for Women Scientists from Science and Technology in Italy

2019 Ph.D. Fellowships for Women Scientists from Science and Technology in Italy

Italie 30 mai 2019

DÉTAILS OPPORTUNITÉ

Récompense totale
0 $
Région
Pays hôte
Date limite
30 mai 2019
Niveau d'études
Type d'opportunité
Financement d'opportunité
Financement complet
Pays éligibles
Cette opportunité est destiné à tous les pays
Région éligible
Toutes les régions

Benefits

The OWSD fellowship covers:

  • A monthly allowance to cover basic living expenses such as accommodation and meals while in the host country
  • A special allowance to attend international conferences during the period of the fellowship
  • A return ticket from the home country to the host institute for the agreed research period
  • Visa expenses
  • Annual medical insurance contribution
  • The opportunity to attend regional science communications workshops, on a competitive basis
  • Study fees (including tuition and registration fees) in agreement with the chosen host institute which is also expected to contribute

Eligibilities

Eligible Candidates

  • Candidates must confirm that they intend to return to their home country as soon as possible after completion of the fellowship.
  • The list of eligible countries can be found OWSD’s on the official website.
  • Eligible scientific fields: Agricultural Sciences; Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences; Biological Systems and Organisms; Chemical Sciences; Computing and Information Technology; Engineering Sciences; Mathematical Sciences; Medical and Health Sciences; Neurosciences; Physics; Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Eligible academic qualification: The minimum qualification is an MSc degree in one of the above-listed study fields.

Eligible host institutes

  • Host institutes must be located in a developing country in the South (not the candidate’s home country)
  • A list of recommended institutes can be found on their official website
  • Other institutes will also be considered if they demonstrate appropriate resources and expertise.
  • Candidates should identify a host institute outside their home country. They can identify a further two host institutes if desired.
  • Candidates who are already on site in the host country will not usually be considered eligible.
Eligible Regions: Multiple Region (Please refer to the official website for details.)

Application Process

OWSD strongly encourage eligible applicants to start gathering all requested documentation as soon as possible; sometimes it takes weeks to receive all relevant letters.

  • Ph.D. research proposal outline
    • Candidates must submit a Ph.D. research proposal outline (max 2.000 words) which should be a summarized description of the Ph.D. research proposal.
    • Guidelines for writing a good research proposal outline are available on their official website.
    • Candidates are invited to study carefully these guidelines and ensure that their proposal is well structured and clear. The project proposal is given particular attention at the selection.
  • Degree certificates and transcripts
    • Candidates must submit copies of:
      • all university degree certificates; and
      • all university-issued transcripts, indicating all courses and grades.
  • Curriculum Vitae
    • Candidates must submit their complete CV (including a list of publications, if available).
  • Preliminary acceptance letter
  • Candidates must submit a preliminary acceptance letter from at least one host institute.
    • The letter must be signed by the head of the department or by the postgraduate studies coordinator.
    • The study starting date on the preliminary acceptance letter must be the year following the application (e.g. if candidates apply for a fellowship in 2018 the acceptance letter should indicate the starting date as 2019).
    • The sample is available on their official website and must be used for the preparation of this document.
  • Letter of commitment
  • Candidates must submit a letter of commitment from the prospective host supervisor confirming that the host institute has the resources (e.g. bench fees, laboratory equipment) required to undertake the project.
    • The letter should also describe why the host institute is appropriate for the subject of study and confirm the supervisor’s interest in working with the candidate.
    • Guidelines for letter drafting are available on their official website.
  • Reference letters
    • Candidates must submit two reference letters from senior scientists familiar with their work.
      • Guidelines for reference letter drafting are available on their official website.
      • For SANDWICH candidates only: please note that the home Ph.D. supervisor cannot be one of the two referees.
  • Passport
    • Candidates must submit a scanned copy of the passport page, which contains personal details (photo, document number etc.).
  • Candidates applying for a SANDWICH study scheme must, in addition, submit also the following documents
    • Registration and No objection certificate
      • Sandwich candidates must submit the Registration and No objection certificate prepared by the home institute confirming that the candidate is a Ph.D. registered student and that there is no objection to her studying at the chosen host institute abroad.
      • The certificate template can be downloaded from their official website and must be completed and signed by the head/director of the home institute.
  • Supporting statement from home supervisor
    • Sandwich candidates must submit a supporting statement, prepared and signed by the home supervisor on letter-headed paper. The supervisor should:
      • state that he/she is willing to support the candidate undertaking part of her studies at the host institute abroad; and
      • describe how the research visit abroad will impact/benefit the candidate’s research project.

Application Deadline: May 30, 2019 (66 Days Remaining)

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