TWAS-UNESCO 2024 Associateship Scheme

TWAS, in partnership with UNESCO and several outstanding centers of excellence in the Southern regions, is welcoming applications from eligible researchers for the TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme 2024.

The goal of the Associateship Scheme is to mitigate the impact of brain drain on numerous developing nations and facilitate frequent visits by researchers from these countries to distinguished centers of excellence in the Southern regions.

The TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Program is a collaborative initiative between TWAS (The World Academy of Sciences) and UNESCO, designed to address brain drain challenges in developing countries. Open to eligible researchers, the program facilitates regular visits to distinguished centers of excellence in the Southern regions. Applicants are required to complete an online application and provide essential documents, including a passport copy, supporting statements, curriculum vitae, list of publications, PhD certificate, and letters of recommendation. A crucial component is a recent invitation letter from a host institution, outlining the proposed duration and emphasizing the collaborative scientific work to be conducted during the visit. The program aims to foster international scientific cooperation and mitigate the impact of brain drain on developing nations.

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Internship Summary:

Company/Organisation(s): TWAS and UNESCO

Program Type: Associateship scheme

Program Location: Several

Available Slot: Several

Basic Qualifications: Ph.D.

Nationality: Developing countries

Requirement and Eligibility Criteria for the TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme:

Applicants must be holders of a PhD or equivalent degree.
Applicants must have obtained their degrees in the field of natural sciences.
Demonstrate excellent academic and research abilities.

Application Procedures for the TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme (How to Apply):

Prospective applicants for the TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Program are required to complete an online application and submit the following supporting documents:

Scanned copy of the applicant’s passport, even if expired (specifically the page displaying the applicant’s name and surname).
Supporting statement from the Head of the Home Institution.
Applicant’s curriculum vitae (limited to no more than 4 pages).
Full list of the applicant’s publications.
PhD certificate.
Two letters of recommendation provided by two referees, with at least one from an expert in another country.
A recent invitation letter, printed on the host institution’s letterhead, from one of the institutions listed in the available files. The letter should outline the proposed duration of the visits (two to three months for each visit) and should address the intended collaboration. It should clearly indicate that there has been communication between the applicant and the prospective host regarding the scientific work to be undertaken during the visit, confirming agreement on the timing and available facilities.

Application Deadline: 4th December 2023

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