{"id":8174,"date":"2025-09-05T07:36:24","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T07:36:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=8174"},"modified":"2025-09-05T07:36:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T07:36:24","slug":"applications-invited-for-unu-wider-visiting-phd-fellowship-programme-2020-21-fully-funded","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=8174","title":{"rendered":"UNU-WIDER Visiting Scholars Programme 2025-26 | Fully Funded Research Fellowship"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"963\">Are you a researcher looking for time, space, and resources to advance your work on development or global economic issues? The <strong data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"718\">UNU-WIDER Visiting Scholars Programme<\/strong> offers a unique opportunity for qualified scholars to spend <strong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"814\">2\u20133 months in Helsinki, Finland<\/strong> conducting research, engaging with experts, and contributing to UNU-WIDER\u2019s mission of delivering high-quality, policy-relevant economic research.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1168\">This highly competitive programme is designed for scholars who wish to deepen their expertise, collaborate with international researchers, and publish impactful work on pressing development challenges.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1199\">About the Programme<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1319\">Visiting scholars at UNU-WIDER typically spend a <strong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1274\">2\u20133 month sabbatical<\/strong> at the institute. During their stay, they:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1628\">\n<li data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1384\">\n<p data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1384\">Conduct research on development and global economic issues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1479\">\n<p data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1479\">Prepare one or more papers for possible publication in the <strong data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1476\">WIDER Working Paper Series<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1558\">\n<p data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1558\">Present a seminar to share findings and engage with UNU-WIDER researchers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1628\">\n<p data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1628\">Participate in UNU-WIDER activities and networking opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1792\">This is a unique chance to <strong data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1717\">work at the intersection of academic research and policy<\/strong>, contributing to cutting-edge knowledge that informs global development.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1822\">Selection Criteria<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1876\">Applicants should meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2277\">\n<li data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1953\">\n<p data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1953\">Hold a <strong data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1901\">PhD degree<\/strong> in economics or a development-related discipline.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2045\">\n<p data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2045\">Have a <strong data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1993\">strong research background<\/strong>; a good publication record is an added advantage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2230\">\n<p data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2230\">Demonstrate strong interest in UNU-WIDER\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wider.unu.edu\/our-work\">research programme. <\/a>While preference is given to aligned research topics, applications on all aspects of development are welcome.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2277\">\n<p data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2277\">Be fluent in <strong data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2274\">oral and written English<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2436\"><strong data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2313\">Diversity and inclusion matter<\/strong>: Early-career researchers, female scholars, and applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2468\">Financial Assistance<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2552\">UNU-WIDER provides competitive financial support to make participation possible:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2909\">\n<li data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2664\">\n<p data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2664\">A <strong data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2590\">monthly stipend of EUR 3,330<\/strong> to contribute towards travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2738\">\n<p data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2738\"><strong data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2688\">Medical insurance<\/strong> covering sickness and accident during the stay.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2739\" data-end=\"2909\">\n<p data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2909\">A <strong data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2773\">supplementary travel grant<\/strong> (if required) for high travel costs exceeding EUR 1,200, provided the ticket is paid by the scholar and not covered by another grant.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2995\">Note: The programme does not cover expenses or provide services for dependents.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3028\">Application Procedure<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3116\">Applications for the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wider.unu.edu\/opportunity\/visiting-scholars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <strong data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3082\">Visiting Scholars Programme<\/strong><\/a> are accepted <strong data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3113\">once per year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3118\" data-end=\"3517\">\n<li data-start=\"3118\" data-end=\"3162\">\n<p data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3162\"><strong data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3133\">Deadline:<\/strong> 30 September, 23:59 UTC+3.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3293\">\n<p data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3293\"><strong data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3199\">Application link availability:<\/strong> The online application form becomes active <strong data-start=\"3243\" data-end=\"3290\">one month before the deadline (1 September)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3294\" data-end=\"3401\">\n<p data-start=\"3296\" data-end=\"3401\"><strong data-start=\"3296\" data-end=\"3313\">Notification:<\/strong> Selected applicants will be informed by email within <strong data-start=\"3367\" data-end=\"3382\">eight weeks<\/strong> of the deadline.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3402\" data-end=\"3517\">\n<p data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3517\"><strong data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3421\">Confirmation:<\/strong> Accepted candidates must confirm their participation within two weeks of receiving the offer.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3566\">As part of the application, you will need to:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3760\">\n<li data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3625\">\n<p data-start=\"3571\" data-end=\"3625\">Complete and submit the <strong data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3622\">online application form<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3626\" data-end=\"3760\">\n<p data-start=\"3629\" data-end=\"3760\">Upload your <strong data-start=\"3641\" data-end=\"3666\">curriculum vitae (CV)<\/strong>. If you face upload issues, you may send your CV via email to: <strong data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"3757\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3732\" data-end=\"3755\">scholars1@wider.unu.edu<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"3762\" data-end=\"3843\">Please note: Applications submitted by email or post will not be considered.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3850\" data-end=\"3862\">Contact<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3864\" data-end=\"3977\">If you have questions not covered on this page or encounter difficulties with your application, please contact:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3979\" data-end=\"4018\"><strong data-start=\"3982\" data-end=\"3992\">Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:scholars1@wider.unu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">scholars1@wider.unu.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3979\" data-end=\"4018\"><strong>Response time:<\/strong> Please allow up to five working days for replies.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4095\" data-end=\"4110\">Why Apply?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4216\">The UNU-WIDER Visiting Scholars Programme is more than a research fellowship. 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