Fulbright Distinguished Chair in advanced science and technology
Sponsored by the Australian Defence Science and Technology Organisation
Applications for the inaugural Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Advanced Science and Technology are open from February until August 2012.
The Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Advanced Science and Technology was launched at Parliament House in Canberra, by Minister for Defence Science and Personnel, Warren Snowden on 25 May 2011.
Awards in the Fulbright Distinguished Chairs Program are viewed as among the most prestigious appointments in the Fulbright Scholar Program.
The Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Advanced Science & Technology to Australia is aimed at attracting outstanding U.S. researchers to work in Australia in priority areas of basic research and to lead to ongoing collaborative partnerships between Australia and the U.S. to develop skills and capabilities in emerging fields of science and technology.
The Fulbright Distinguished Chair will be appointed to the Australian Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO), or another Australian research institution that is linked to DSTO for the relevant research program. The Chair will work on a specific research project during their term, but be expected to engage with faculty and students through occasional guest lectures and seminars, and also explore long-term collaborations and institutional linkages. The project must meet the objectives of the Fulbright program to foster mutual understanding through educational and cultural exchange.
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During their term of 4-5 months, the Distinguished Chair is also expected to undertake a national speaking program to promote the research outcomes and the program. These activities are coordinated by the Fulbright Commission in cooperation with the Distinguished Chair, DSTO, U.S. Embassy and Consulates (about 8-10 days of their total program).
Eligibility
This Scholarship is for a leading U.S. Professor or Associate Professor or equivalent level research scientist, and supports a 4-5 month appointment. For further information visit CIES at www.cies.org/chairs/
Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Advanced Science and Technology benefits
Scholarship benefits in 2013 include (tax free in Australia):
- Stipend: USD $5,400 per month for a maximum period of 5 months
- Accommodation: USD $2,250 per month for a maximum period of 5 months.
- International travel: USD $9,000
- Australian travel: USD $4,000
- Health coverage under Medicare (Scholar only)
- Health and Accident Insurance (ASPE) to maximum of US$100,000 (Scholar only)
- Tuition fee waiver for school age dependent’s enrolling in an Australian Public School
- Invitation to Fulbright events including an Enrichment Seminar for US Fulbright Scholars to be held in Canberra in August annually
- Access to Fulbright Alumni Association in the US to assist in your preparation and in Australia for social and professional networks
- Support through the Fulbright Commission to assist with administration, visas and general enquiries.
For more information please contact Ms Lyndell Wilson, Manager, Scholarships and Strategic Engagement