Deadline: |
1 December 2018.
Location: |
Norway.
(Paid)
3 PhD fellowships – Chr. Michelsen Institute (CMI)
Chr. Michelsen Institute (CMI) is seeking three PhD candidates to conduct research in the framework of the NORGLOBAL research projects, funded by the Research Council of Norway (RCN).
Chr. Michelsen Institute (CMI) is an independent development research institute in Bergen, Norway, with around 70 staff members. In cooperation with partners from all over the world, we address key development challenges in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. We combine high quality research with an engagement to make knowledge accessible and used. The main disciplines are economics, political science, and social anthropology.
Opportunity Focus Areas:
- Anthropology
- Political science
- Development studies
- History
- Geography.
English is the working language of the projects and at CMI, and candidates must be proficient in English. Knowledge of other languages (e.g. French, Arabic) is an advantage.
ALL WORLD COUNTRIES.
4 years.
- MA in a discipline relevant to the projects including, but not limited to, anthropology, political science, development studies, history, geography.
- Academic or practical experience from relevant fields.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in teams.
- Innovative and creative.
(Paid)
CMI offers:
- The opportunity to be part of the leading multidisciplinary development research institute in Scandinavia.
- A stimulating work environment.
- Salary according to CMI’s pay scale.
- Excellent pension and insurance schemes.
First Step: Please submit the following to [email protected] ,citing “PhD 2019 + project name” in the subject field:
- A short (1-2 pages) letter of motivation explaining why you apply for a PhD and how you plan to approach the research within the framework of the specific project. The letter should also describe aspects of your educational background and experience that would be of value for the project.
- CV including list of publications.
- Names and contact details of two references.
- Copies of grade certificates.
- A copy of your MA thesis.
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