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2007-08

OSI's International Higher Education Support Program
International Scholar Fellowship program

Call for applications
http://www.soros.org/initiatives/hesp/focus/afp/gr

The International Scholars Fellowship Program invites highly qualified
scholars in the social sciences and humanities from around the world to
teach and/or consult at selected university departments in the region. By
sharing the latest developments in their discipline, introducing new
courses in their host departments, and encouraging development of skills
critical to academic discourse, the International Scholars (ISs) expose
students and departmental colleagues to a range of new materials and
methodologies.
AFP offers two opportunities for International Scholars, Nonresident and
Resident:

Nonresident scholars share their expertise with host departments on a
consulting basis. They visit the host institution for several short
consultations and remain in contact for mentoring and advice between
visits. Details of such arrangements are negotiated on an individual basis
during the selection process. Applicants for nonresident arrangements must
be senior or well-established academics; recent PhD recipients will NOT be
considered.

Resident scholars live in the host country and teach courses for one
academic year (two semesters) at partner universities. In addition to
teaching, Fellows work on a variety of projects in their host departments,
and benefit from the diverse academic network connecting AFP program
countries. Resident fellowships are awarded for placement ONLY in
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Mongolia.

For the academic year 2006–2007, AFP placed 4 resident ISs and 43
nonresident ISs in selected partner departments.

The competition for all AFP fellowships is merit-based, and priority is
given to those candidates who most closely match the profile of an “ideal”
AFP candidate. Specific eligibility factors for the International Scholars
Fellowship include:

An internationally recognized PhD or JD in an AFP-supported academic
discipline. Candidates must apply to teach outside their country of
citizenship. Nonresident International Scholars must be experienced and
well-established academics.

Extensive experience in scholarly research and teaching. The successful
candidate will show proficiency in innovative teaching methodologies and a
strong commitment to high-quality teaching. AFP will consider applications
from retired faculty.

For resident scholars: Ability to develop and teach courses appropriate
for and beneficial to the host department, and a commitment to engage
fully in the academic life of department. Language of instruction should
be accessible to departmental audience.

Strong professional interest in the region and a desire to contribute to
higher education reform and development locally.

Resident International Scholars spend at least one academic year teaching
at the host institution, while Nonresident International Scholars arrange
for a long-distance mentorship punctuated by repeat visits for short
courses or seminars. AFP will help design the experience to be rewarding
to the department and feasible for the Fellow.


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Rok prijave: 23/02/07

Kontakt:
Academic Fellowship Program, International Higher Education Support Program
Open Society Institute
Nador utca 11
H-1051 Budapest
Hungary
tel: 36-1-235-6160
fax: 36-1-411-4401
afp la osi.hu
http://www.soros.org/

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