Deadline: December 13, 2024
Open to: Researchers in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences from around the world. Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree and be involved in research relevant to the Institute’s mission of promoting integrated studies on the interaction between human society and the environment.
Benefits: Selected fellows will receive financial support that includes a monthly stipend, travel expenses (round-trip airfare), and access to research facilities. The fellowship covers the costs associated with research and fieldwork while providing accommodation and administrative support.
Description:
The RIHN Visiting Research Fellow Scheme, offered by the Research Institute for Humanity and Nature (RIHN), provides an excellent opportunity for scholars for the period of two to six months to engage in specific research in the context of one of the RIHN Programs, Projects, Divisions, Centers or Units to conduct interdisciplinary research that addresses the pressing environmental and societal challenges of our time. The program fosters international academic collaboration and facilitates new research networks.
Fellows will engage in research projects that explore themes central to RIHN’s mission, including climate change, biodiversity, and resource management. Participants will benefit from working within RIHN’s community, accessing unique resources, and collaborating with experts in various fields.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree.
- Open to researchers of any nationality with demonstrated expertise in fields relevant to RIHN’s interdisciplinary research themes.
- Applicant must be a researcher who is employed in an overseas research institute (including those with Japanese nationality) or a non-Japanese researcher who is employed at a university or a research institute in Japan (Applicants should maintain their employment status at the home institution until the end of placement at RIHN).
- Candidates should propose a research project that aligns with the Institute’s focus on human-environmental interaction.
- Proficiency in English is required, as research discussions and documentation are conducted in English.
Benefits:
- Monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
- Travel expenses, including round-trip economic airfare.
- Access to RIHN research facilities and resources.
- Accommodation support and assistance from RIHN’s administrative staff.
- Opportunity to engage in collaborative research with a diverse international community.
How to Apply:
- Prepare Your Documents: Please follow the program in the submission checklist, including the research proposal, CV (including following information: Major field of research, degree(s)and dates received; Employment history; List of major publications and whether peer-reviewed), a letter confirming the employment from home institute until the end of proposed
placement at RIHN, letters of recommendation. For detailed requirements, refer to the attached “CheckSheet for Submission Documents Fellowship 2025.” - Submission: Applications should be submitted through the official RIHN website. Before submission, ensure all documents are complete and in the specified format.
- Online Application: Complete and submit your application by the deadline. Visit the website for the application form and full details.
For more information, please visit the official website.
