Application Deadline: 13 December, 2022
The Penn Development Research Initiative (PDRI) / DevLab@Penn is inviting applications for researchers from Sub-Saharan Africa interested in deepening their skills in quantitative social science, developing collaborative research projects, and building their academic networks, to apply for a semester-long fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, to be completed during the 2023 Fall semester (September – December 2023). This fellowship is being implemented with technical assistance from the Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA).
A total of three fellows will be accepted for the 2023 fall semester. These are available for fellows meeting the above eligibility criteria.
Eligibility
- Be a national of a Sub-Saharan African country (following the World Bank regional classification for Sub-Saharan Africa) and be fluent in English
- Have completed a PhD within the last 8 years, or be enrolled in a PhD program in political science, economics, statistics, sociology, education, epidemiology/public health, or another social science discipline;
- Have a current affiliation with a research institution, university or other research organization in Sub-Saharan Africa, preferably one that supports policy-relevant, quantitative social science research;
- Plan to return to a research institute in Sub-Saharan Africa after the fellowship.
Application Details
- Personal Statement (1 page): Describe personal motivations for applying to the PDRI Visiting Fellowship
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Research Proposal: Not to exceed 2 pages.
- Evidence of Leave Approval from the applicant’s supervisor or department chair demonstrating support and certifying that, if the applicant is selected, he/she will be able to take a 3-4-month leave of absence.
- Transcript of any coursework completed within at least the last 5 years (i.e. your scores or grades from university courses). Scanned copies are acceptable.
- Names of two references: Provide names and affiliations for two individuals (senior colleagues, professors, supervisors) who can speak to research capacity, quantitative skills, and qualifications for the PDRI fellowship.
- OPTIONAL: Attach one working paper or publication.
In the case of technical difficulties in submitting applications or further enquiries, email pd*******@sa*.edu .
