CSERI Postdoctoral International Fellowship at University of Pennsylvania for Phd

  •  Phd
  •  21-Dec-2020
  •   United States
  • $$   $53,000 stipend + benefits

The Penn Center for the Study of Ethnicity, Race and Immigration (CSERI) invites applications, starting October 12, 2020 for a one-year postdoctoral research fellowship in the social sciences (with a possible renewal for a second year).

University of Pennsylvania Information

University of Pennsylvania Grants

CSERI Postdoctoral International Fellowship at University of Pennsylvania for Phd Established in 1740, University of Pennsylvania is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Philadelphia (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Pennsylvania. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, University of Pennsylvania (Upenn) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Pennsylvania (Upenn) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 279 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this US higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

Applications are welcome from scholars who have received their Ph.D. or equivalent degrees in the social sciences in the last two years (not earlier than 2019), or who expect to complete their degree by July 2021.

Skills with statistical analysis, qualitative software, GIS, experimental and other approaches are desirable, but not necessary.

Offered Benefits

The stipend for the postdoctoral fellowship is $53,000 plus relevant fees and individual health insurance. The position also provides $2,500 in research support, with the opportunity to apply for additional funding.

Application Process

Please submit all required materials through Interfolio: apply.interfolio.com/79743

Documents to be uploaded:

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Title and Description of Proposed Research – No more than 1,500 words.
  3. CV – Indicate experience with both qualitative and quantitative research, experience with qualitative and statistical research software (e.g. R, STATA, ATLAS/TI, Dedoose, etc.). List other fellowships, funding and scholarships received, and all publications.
  4. Writing Sample – An article or an excerpt of a book or dissertations chapter (25-page limit).
  5. Confidential Letters of Recommendation (two) – Referees should be asked both to comment on your proposed project and to discuss your qualifications and experience as a researcher.
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