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11073-AS

Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Multiple Disciplines (The University of Newcastle)

Australia

East Asia and the Pacific

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Award Details

Grant Activity

The Distinguished Chair will undertake research of importance to the University of Newcastle (UON), New South Wales, Australia. Scholars are encouraged to collaborate with the host institution on workshops/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.

Applicants must adhere to additional Project Statement requirements outlined in the “Additional Comments” section.

Grant Length

5 to 6 months

Grant Dates

Grants must begin in January/February 2022 in line with the Australian academic year and in order to attend the Orientation Program and Gala Presentation Dinner.

Locations

The The University of Newcastle, New South Wales

Flex Option

Discipline Type

Only applications in the following disciplines will be considered

Disciplines

Biology

Chemistry

Computer Science

Engineering

Environmental Sciences

Information Sciences/Systems

Mathematics

Medical Sciences

Physics

Psychology

Public Health

Social Work

Areas of Interest

While this award is open to any project in the disciplines listed above, there is interest in scholars who are in these particular specialty areas.

The University of Newcastle is seeking applicants from the following areas of priority:

Chemical biology and clinical pharmacology
Complex dynamic systems and control
Computer-assisted research mathematics and its applications
Geotechnical science and engineering
Brain and mental health research
Cancer research, innovation and translation
Cardiovascular health
Digestive health and neurogastroenterology
Generational health and ageing
GrowUpWell
Health behaviour
Healthy lungs
Physical activity and nutrition
Reproductive science
Stroke and brain injury
Advanced fluids and interfaces
Advanced particle processing and transport
Energy technologies and utilisation
Organic electronics

Further information can be found on the University of Newcastle website.

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 the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Research and Innovation, who will facilitate contact to discuss proposed projects and assist in obtaining the required letter.

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 to 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 University of Newcastle is an established research leader in health and medicine, engineering, energy and resources and is a leader in providing education for indigenous Australians. The development of research within UON’s areas of priority (known as Priority Research Centres) is important to the bilateral relationship between the United States and Australia. It is hoped that this position will provide scholars with an opportunity to contribute to this relationship and a nominated area of priority at the University of Newcastle.

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 tin the document o identify this section is strongly encouraged.

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

AUD$6,753.00 per month for a maximum period of six months

Housing: up to AUD$2,813.80 per month for a maximum period of six months

Estimated Travel and Relocation Allowance

International travel: AUD$6,753.00

Domestic travel for lecture series: AUD$5.628.00

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. 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 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.

Application Deadline

Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Activity

Research

Degree Requirements

Ph.D. (or other terminal degree) not required

Candidate Profile

Distinguished Chair

Number of Grants

Program Staff

Carleen Velez

Outreach and Recruitment Specialist

Phone:

202-686-4021

Email:

eastasiapacific@iie.org

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