please allow me to inform you about an open call for applications for the DIES ProGRANT Proposal Writing for Research Projects: Practical-oriented trainings for New Researchers.
The aim of DIES ProGRANT is to train researchers and young PhD holders in developing a promising research proposal for national or international research funding (every participant will have the opportunity to tailor their application to the funding institution of their choice). Researchers from all disciplines can apply for this course. Each group will consist of 30 participants from the region. Because of its multicultural nature, DIES ProGRANT is also an effective tool for promoting international research and relationships.
Course Dates:
Seminar I: April 18th – 22nd, 2016, Jakarta, Indonesia
E-Learning Module: May – June 2016
Seminar II: November 14th – 18th, 2016, Bali, Indonesia
Potential participants are researchers and PhD-holders from Indonesia and Malaysia.
Selection criteria are that participants:
- Must hold a doctoral degree or have equivalent research experience
- Have an affiliation to an academic institution in the above mentioned countries
- Possess excellent English language skills, both written and spoken
- Be preferably at the beginning or middle stages of their research career.
30 participants will be selected according to the quality of their exposé and also based on regional and institutional profiles. Applicants will be given a final decision by mid-February 2016.
The costs for this training course will be mainly covered by funds of the DAAD (travel expenses, accomodation and meals, course expenses).
Participants and/or their home institutions are expected to cover local transportation in their home countries (for example: taxi to airport), visa costs (if applicable), health insurance and possible additional per diems for the stay in Indonesia.
Deadline for applications is January 3rd, 2016, 11:00 pm German time.
For detailed information concerning the application requirements and process please see call for application attached and http://www.proposalwriting.globalsouth.uni-koeln.de/6852.html