TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme: 2018 Call for Applications

24 Oct 2018

The TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme enables competent researchers from the developing countries to visit participating centers of excellence in the South for research collaboration. An associate is appointed for three years during which s/he can visit a selected center twice for 2-3 months each time. Almost 300 centers participate in the scheme.

TWAS provides travel support for the associates and a contribution towards incidental local expenses up to USD300 per month while living expenses are covered by the host centers.

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree and include an invitation letter from the host center. Only centers listed here can be chosen as host centers. Special consideration is given to scientists from isolated institutions in developing countries. Women scientists are especially encouraged to apply. Deadline: 5 December 2018.

Applications can only be accepted via the TWAS online forms system. Please go to https://twas.org/opportunity/twas-unesco-associateship-scheme and apply by clicking on the button at the end of the page.