10069-AS

Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (The Australian National University)

Australia

East Asia and the Pacific

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Award Details

Grant Activity

Undertake collaborative research with faculty in the arts, humanities and social sciences at The Australian National University (ANU). The Distinguished Chair also will engage with faculty, staff and students through guest lectures, seminars, and one-on-one interactions and will explore long-term collaborations and institutional linkages between her/his home institution and the ANU. Scholars are encouraged to collaborate with the host institution and give workshops or short seminars, but should not teach intensive seminars or coursework. Paid work cannot be undertaken in Australia while on a Fulbright Scholarship in accordance with visa regulations.

See Project Statement requirement in 'Additional Comments'.

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.

Grant Length

Five to six months

Grant Dates

Grants must begin in January/February 2021 in line with the Australian academic year and in order to attend the Orientation Program and Gala Presentation Dinner.

Locations

The Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Flex Option

Discipline Type

Applications are sought in all appropriate disciplines, but applications in the following disciplines are preferred:

Disciplines

Anthropology

Archaeology

Architecture

Area Studies

Art

Art History

Creative Writing

Economics

Film Studies

Geography

History (non-U.S.)

Language and Literature (non-U.S.)

Linguistics

Music

Philosophy

Political Science

Psychology

Public Administration

Religious Studies

Sociology

Urban Planning

Specializations

ANU is seeking applicants in the fields of arts, humanities, and social sciences.

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

Please contact Professor Rae Frances, Dean of the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences, to discuss projects and obtain the required letter of invitation.

Applicant Profile

Professional Profile

Open to academics only

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 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 Skype interview with a Fulbright Selection Committee in Australia.

Those who are permanent residents of Australia, dual citizens of the United States and Australia, or living in Australia at the time of application are not eligible for the Fulbright Program with Australia.

Additional Information

Additional Comments

Host Institution: The Australian National University (ANU) is a world-leading university in Australia’s capital city, Canberra. Its location points to a unique history, with ties to the Australian Government and special standing as a resource for the Australian people. ANU is ranked first in Australia and 22nd in the world (QS World University Rankings 2016/17).

ANU’s focus on the value of research underpins their approach to education, ensuring their graduates are in demand the world-over for their abilities to understand and apply vision and creativity to addressing complex contemporary challenges.

ANU is committed to supporting diversity, including the advancement of women’s careers. The university would particularly welcome applications from outstanding women and minority groups, at the level of, or on the trajectory to full professor.

Project Statement: Applicants must clearly include in their project statement a brief (half page) personal statement to share their story, the trajectory they have followed and their plans for the future. This is separate from the facts present elsewhere in the application and may address their personal history, background, development and the opportunities to which they have, or have not been exposed. Use of headers in the document to identify this section is strongly encouraged.

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.

Award Benefits

Stipend

AUD$6,753.01 per month for a maximum period of six months

Housing: AUD$2,813.79 per month for a maximum period of six months

Estimated Travel and Relocation Allowance

International travel: AUD$6,752.68

Domestic travel for lecture series: AUD$5,627.92

Special Award Benefits

Travel and accommodation for all Scholars to the Fulbright 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. However, past scholars have experienced significant delays in enrolling in Medicare and were therefore without medical coverage while waiting for their enrolment to come through. We recommend that Medicare should be considered only as supplemental coverage alongside your Fulbright-provided ASPE limited health benefits plan 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 2020-2021 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 20 research grants across three award categories: Distinguished Chairs, Awards Scholars and Postdoctoral Scholarships.

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 ranks highly for its quality of education, student satisfaction and global reputation. In Australia you will be working with some of the world's best and leading institutions.

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

Please contact the Scholarships Officer at the Fulbright Commission in Australia via email.

Number of Grants

One

Activity

Research

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