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Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Award

Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Applied Public Policy (Democratic Resilience) (Flinders University and Carnegie Mellon University Australia)

Australia

East Asia and the Pacific

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Award Details

Award Activity

The Distinguished Scholar in Applied Public Policy (Democratic Resilience) funded by Flinders University and Carnegie Mellon University Australia is designed to increase the awareness of the field of applied public policy in Australia, and to promote comparative and collaborative research between Australia and the United States at Flinders University and Carnegie Mellon University Australia in the field of applied public policy, especially as related to enhancing democratic resilience.

At Flinders University, the Distinguished Scholar will be affiliated with a school or centre matching his or her disciplinary expertise. They will also be encouraged to associate with the American Studies Program.

At Carnegie Mellon University Australia, the Distinguished Scholar will be affiliated with the Public Policy & Management Program and the Information Technology Program. They will give guest lectures in both programs and teach a mini-course on applied public policy.

Scholars selected for this award will be required to:

Conduct a research project of the applicant’s choosing

Award Length

4 to 5 months

Award Dates

Grants must begin in January/February 2023 in line with the Australian academic year and in order to attend the Orientation Program and Gala Presentation Dinner.

Locations

Flinders University and Carnegie Mellon University Australia, Adelaide, South Australia

Flex Option

Discipline Type

Only applications in the following disciplines will be considered

Disciplines

American Studies

Business

Computer Science

Economics

Education

Environmental Sciences

Information Sciences/Systems

International Relations

Law

Philosophy

Political Science

Public Administration

Public Health

Public Policy

Sociology

Areas of Interest

Applications addressing applied public policy concerns are sought, particularly those related to Democratic Resiliance. Applications must focus on a significant, current, applied public policy issue at an international and/or national policy level.

Special Features

Fulbright East Asia Pacific Regional Travel Program

Fulbright Scholars in the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) region have the opportunity to apply for funds to support short-term (3-14 days) travel to other countries in the EAP region for activities such as lectures, workshops, graduate or faculty seminars, master classes or recitals, curricular advising or panel presentations. EAP Regional Travel Program funding covers transportation only. Regional Travel Program activities/host sites should not be included in the initial Fulbright application. Scholars may pursue invitations for short-term activities in other EAP countries once notified that they have been selected for a Fulbright grant, and may only apply for travel program funds once they have actively started their Fulbright grant in their host country. Scholars on Flex grants are not eligible for the regional travel grant.

Award Requirements

Application Requirements

Invitation Requirement

A letter of invitation is required.

Invitation Requirement Additional Information

Please contact Professor Don DeBats from Flinders University or Professor Tim O'Loughlin from Carnegie Mellon University Australia to discuss projects and obtain the required letter. Note that only one letter of invitation is required.

Language Proficiency Requirements

None, English is sufficient.

Applicant Profile

Additional Qualification Information

Open to senior academics at the level of Associate or Full Professor by the grant start date with a distinguished career in the proposed field. If you are not at the level of Associate or Full Professor at the time of application, but will be by grant start, please include information about your career progression and timeline in the personal section of your project statement.

Following the peer review process, short-listed applicants will be invited for a video interview with a Fulbright Selection Committee in Australia.

Faculty from Carnegie Mellon University are ineligible for this award as it is the parent university of Carnegie Mellon University Australia.

Additional Information

Additional Comments

Host Institutions: At Flinders University the Distinguished Scholar will affiliate with a school or centre matching the Scholar's disciplinary expertise. The position is an opportunity to reach widely across disciplines, from the technological to the social scientific.

We are looking for research that contributes to a) understanding the disruptive impact of the next wave of the cyber revolution in terms of social dislocation and b) combatting international and domestic efforts to use social media to weaken social bonds to undermine trust and security in democratic societies, especially Australia and the United States. The Distinguished Scholar will also be encouraged to associate with the Flinders American Studies Program and the Jeff Bleich Centre for the US Alliance in Digital Technology, Security and Governance.

At Carnegie Mellon University Australia, the Distinguished Scholar will affiliate with the Public Policy and Management Program and the Information Technology Program.

Note that South Australia defines itself as Australia’s “Defense State” and is the home of Australia’s Space Agency.

In addition to being a prestigious academic exchange program, the Fulbright Program is designed to expand and strengthen relationships between the people of the United States and citizens of other nations and to promote international understanding and cooperation. To support this mission, Fulbright Scholars will be asked to give public talks, mentor students, and otherwise engage with the host community, in addition to their primary activities‎.

Helpful Links

Australian-American Fulbright Commission

For more information, please visit our East Asia and the Pacific regional webpage and view our schedule of upcoming webinars.

Email the East Asia and the Pacific Team with questions about applying.

Stipend & Benefits

Stipend

A stipend of AUD$8,800 (approximately USD$6,494) per month for a maximum period of five months. This amount includes living expenses, accomodation expenses, and a domestic travel allowance for a lecture series.

Estimated Travel and Relocation Allowance

Round-trip, economy class airfare directly to and from the scholar's home city and the city of the host institution.

Special Award Benefits

Travel and accommodation for Scholars to the Orientation Program and Gala Presentation Dinner held annually.

Access to Fulbright Alumni in Australia prior to arrival to assist in preparation for the visit and while in Australia for social and professional networks.

Access to Australia’s National Health Care Cover Scheme (Medicare) is a benefit for U.S. Fulbrighters in Australia. Please note: Medicare enrolment can be subject to administrative delays. We therefore recommend that Medicare be considered only as supplemental coverage alongside your Fulbright-provided ASPE limited health benefits and your own comprehensive travel insurance and/or personal U.S. medical insurance.

Final grant amounts will be determined prior to the start of the academic year and are subject to the availability of funds. The United States Department of State and the Fulbright Commission in the host country reserve the right to alter, without notice, participating countries, number of awards and allowances.

Country/Area Overview

Summary

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program to Australia offers approximately 30 research grants across three award categories: Distinguished Scholar, Scholar, and Postdoctoral.

Overview

Australia has a long and proud tradition of world-class research and development. Across all global ranking systems, criteria, and fields of study, Australia scores highly for its quality of education, student satisfaction and global reputation. In addition to working with some of the world's best and leading institutions, you'll have the opportunity to experience Australia's many natural wonders and picturesque landscapes.

All programs in Australia begin in late January/early February in line with the Australian academic year and Fulbright orientation activities.

Applicants may contact the Scholarships Team at the Fulbright Commission in Australia via email with any questions.

Application Deadline

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Activity Type

Research

Research includes activities involving scientific research, qualitative research, quantitative research, and practice-based research, including artistic research. Research can take place in locations such as the laboratory, the field, the archives, or an artist residency. It can be experimental, clinical, or applied. It can include examining policies, systems, theories, methods, interactions, and works of art and music, with the objective to evaluate or develop new knowledge or works. Quantifiable (tangible) outcomes can include publications (books, journal articles, scripts, etc.), conference presentations, artistic and musical compositions, exhibitions, performances, films, and patents.

Degree Requirements

Ph.D. (or other terminal degree) required

Career Profile

Mid-Career Academics

Awards are open to those who have been working in the capacity of a teacher or scholar for more than seven, and less than 13, years.

Senior Academics

Awards are open to those who have been working in the capacity of a teacher or scholar for more than 13 years.

Number of Recipients

Program Staff

Jaclyn Assarian

Outreach and Recruitment Specialist

Phone:

202-326-7700

Email:

eastasiapacific@iie.org

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