Request for Applications (RfA)- Peace Scholar Fellowship 2023-2024

Sep 1, 2022 - Oct 6, 2022 | United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

USIP seeks applications from Ph.D candidates with high-quality, policy relevant research that will deepen understanding about conflict management, peacebuilding and other applicable security-related studies. USIP strongly prefers applications closely related to the USIP Issue Areas and/or research priorities of the Minerva Research Initiative.Special consideration will be given to proposed research in the following areas*Strategic rivalryViolence and extremism in fragile statesGlobal shocksAmerican peacebuilding*See the USIP FY’23 Congressional Budget Justification for more information about the Institute’s key priorities and initiatives.

Registration and Application Process
 
Applying for the Peace Scholar Fellowship competition is a two-step process.REGISTRATION: All applicants must register for this competition even if you have registered previously for another USIP competition. Register for an account here.APPLICATION: After completing the registration, applicants must prepare and submit a complete application. Further instructions on completing the application are included in USIP’s online application system FLUXX. USIP does not provide status updates on submitted applications at any time. Important Dates

 

Registration opens                        Thursday September 1, 2022Registration closes                       Thursday October 6, 2022, at 4:00PM EDTApplication deadline                    Tuesday October 18, 2022, at 4:00PM EDTLetters of Reference due             Tuesday October 25, 2022, at 4:00PM EDT 
Application Requirements
 
Applications will be selected based on the strength of the proposed research and its potential to make original contributions to the field by addressing one of the key initiatives or research priorities listed in the links above. Applications that are not relevant to the priorities or issue areas of USIP or the Minerva Research Initiative will not be considered for the competition.
Peace Scholar Fellowship Details
USIP funds up to 18 Peace Scholars for a 10-month, non-residential fellowship. Peace Scholars receive stipends of up to $20,000 for the academic year, paid directly to the individual in three tranches. Peace Scholar awards may not be deferred.Peace Scholars are required to participate in an annual workshop. When their dissertation is completed and approved by their committee, the Peace Scholar is required to submit a copy to USIP at PeaceScholarFellows@usip.org.For more information, see the Peace Scholar Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Please direct questions about usage of USIP’s online application system to PeaceScholarFellows@usip.org.