Application Deadline: 22 January 2023
The Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) is inviting applications for a number of associated studentship awards via the ESRC Institute for the Microeconomic Analysis of Public Policy. The aim of the scheme is to enhance the work of doctoral students by providing collaboration and learning opportunities in a vibrant and highly respected research institute, and to enhance our research community and networks with the inclusion of outstanding students.
The Studentships are intended to give students the opportunity to broaden their research by accessing the opportunities available at the ESRC Institute at IFS Students have the chance to attend a range of internal seminars and other events, work with IFS researchers and receive support from the senior academics based at IFS. They will have the chance to develop networks with academics and develop their understanding of the interaction between research and policy, which will stand them in good stead for their future careers.
Eligibility
- Students must be registered on or have been accepted onto an accredited pathway within either the SeNSS or UBEL DTP and have the support of their university to undertake their PhD whilst partially based at IFS.
- Students must be on a pathway eligible for ESRC funding. The Studentships are intended to fund the whole or the majority of the duration of a PhD. This includes 1+3 and +3 pathways.
- The student’s supervisor (or equivalent) must support their application and be willing to continue supervising them while they are at IFS.
Application Deadline
- A statement, of no more than 250 words, setting out reason for interest in applying to IFS and what the applicant hopes to get out of the scheme. (Also indicate any individual circumstances that should be taken into account, such as a disability).
- An outline of research in no more than 250 words.
- Details of two academic referees (who will be invited to submit a reference).
- A copy of CV (uploaded as a pdf).
