Overview
Each year, one award is offered in conjunction with AstraZeneca Plc to a UK citizen post-doctoral scientist to conduct research on an aspect of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or Bio-informatics at any accredited US institution. The appointment will be for a minimum period of 10 months beginning at any point between 1 August 2011 and 30 April 2012.
Award Benefits
The award is for US dollar equivalent of £20,000 (converted at the prevailing rate) paid in instalments directly to the grantee, the first of which is typically given just prior to departure from the UK, plus reimbursement for return travel. This funding is intended as a contribution towards any institutional fees, travel to/from the US, accommodation and general maintenance costs whilst in the US. Limited sickness and accident benefit coverage, visa sponsorship and processing and participation in a number of Fulbright Scholar events are also included.
Selection Criteria
Minimum eligibility for this award category:
• UK citizen (resident anywhere)
• hold or expect to receive a PhD in a relevant area before departure to the US
Preference will be given to those who do not have extensive, recent experience in the US (6 months).
In making these awards the Commission is looking not only for academic excellence but a focused application, a range of extracurricular and community activities, demonstrated ambassadorial skills, a desire to further the Fulbright Programme and a plan to give back to your home country upon returning.
Applying
To complete an application, please read and follow the UK Country-Specific Online Application instructions.
Applications are made online but must be printed and signed, along with several supplemental forms, and posted to the Fulbright Commission. You will need to register to the Fulbright Commission’s website. You will then be directed to and asked to register with the online application site. You will be able to log in and out of your application account and will not be required to complete the application in one sitting.
The online application is facilitated by CIES and is used by Fulbright Commissions worldwide. Each Commission sets its own policies and procedures and country-specific instructions for using the online application system. You will be able to log in and out of your account and will not be required to complete the application in one sitting. When making an application for a US-UK Fulbright Scholar and Fellow Award it is imperative you follow the UK country-specific instructions.
Successful applicants will be invited for interviews at the Fulbright Commission on the date(s) listed below. Interviews will only be held on the indicated date(s) only and may not be rescheduled.
Applications will need to be posted to the Fulbright Commission. Successful applicants will be invited for interviews at the Fulbright Commission on the date(s) listed below. Interviews will only be held on the indicated date(s) only and may not be rescheduled.
Proposals must receive endorsement from AstraZeneca Plc, which the Fulbright Commission will seek on behalf of successful applicants.
Timeline
1 February - Competition opens, applications available
31 May - Application deadline
June-August - Applications evaluated, short-list drawn up
early August - short-listed candidates invited to interview
16-27 August - Fulbright Interview Fortnight
early-September - Notification
1 October - Fulbright Candidate’s Workshop in London
October-May - Fulbright scholar and J1 visa paperwork preparation
Late June-early July 2011 - Fulbright Orientation and pre-departure planning in London
August 2011-April 2012 - Independent departures, Your Fulbright Year begins
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this scholarship
Each year, one award is offered in conjunction with AstraZeneca Plc to a UK citizen post-doctoral scientist to conduct research on an aspect of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or Bio-informatics at any accredited US institution. The appointment will be for a minimum period of 10 months beginning at any point between 1 August 2011 and 30 April 2012.
Award Benefits
The award is for US dollar equivalent of £20,000 (converted at the prevailing rate) paid in instalments directly to the grantee, the first of which is typically given just prior to departure from the UK, plus reimbursement for return travel. This funding is intended as a contribution towards any institutional fees, travel to/from the US, accommodation and general maintenance costs whilst in the US. Limited sickness and accident benefit coverage, visa sponsorship and processing and participation in a number of Fulbright Scholar events are also included.
Selection Criteria
Minimum eligibility for this award category:
• UK citizen (resident anywhere)
• hold or expect to receive a PhD in a relevant area before departure to the US
Preference will be given to those who do not have extensive, recent experience in the US (6 months).
In making these awards the Commission is looking not only for academic excellence but a focused application, a range of extracurricular and community activities, demonstrated ambassadorial skills, a desire to further the Fulbright Programme and a plan to give back to your home country upon returning.
Applying
To complete an application, please read and follow the UK Country-Specific Online Application instructions.
Applications are made online but must be printed and signed, along with several supplemental forms, and posted to the Fulbright Commission. You will need to register to the Fulbright Commission’s website. You will then be directed to and asked to register with the online application site. You will be able to log in and out of your application account and will not be required to complete the application in one sitting.
The online application is facilitated by CIES and is used by Fulbright Commissions worldwide. Each Commission sets its own policies and procedures and country-specific instructions for using the online application system. You will be able to log in and out of your account and will not be required to complete the application in one sitting. When making an application for a US-UK Fulbright Scholar and Fellow Award it is imperative you follow the UK country-specific instructions.
Successful applicants will be invited for interviews at the Fulbright Commission on the date(s) listed below. Interviews will only be held on the indicated date(s) only and may not be rescheduled.
Applications will need to be posted to the Fulbright Commission. Successful applicants will be invited for interviews at the Fulbright Commission on the date(s) listed below. Interviews will only be held on the indicated date(s) only and may not be rescheduled.
Proposals must receive endorsement from AstraZeneca Plc, which the Fulbright Commission will seek on behalf of successful applicants.
Timeline
1 February - Competition opens, applications available
31 May - Application deadline
June-August - Applications evaluated, short-list drawn up
early August - short-listed candidates invited to interview
16-27 August - Fulbright Interview Fortnight
early-September - Notification
1 October - Fulbright Candidate’s Workshop in London
October-May - Fulbright scholar and J1 visa paperwork preparation
Late June-early July 2011 - Fulbright Orientation and pre-departure planning in London
August 2011-April 2012 - Independent departures, Your Fulbright Year begins
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this scholarship
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