Research Fellow Applications
What does it mean to be a Research Fellow?
Research fellows are scholars who have applied to be formally connected to the ESG Project. They receive a dedicated profile on our website and are included in the ESG Project member network. Research Fellows are expected to contribute to network activities by proactively seeking opportunities to collaborate with other members, e.g. through Taskforces, Working Groups and other initiatives.
Please note that these are voluntary, unpaid titles.
Application process
We advise you to start by reading the eligibility criteria listed in the section below.
Your application should include:
- A CV, including a list of publications.
- A motivation letter (max 1 page) that specifies which research lenses and contextual conditions of the ESG Project’s Science and Implementation Plan your research is most closely associated with.
The ESG Project’s International Project Office evaluates all applications and informs the applicants of the outcome.
Submit your application
Before submitting your application, please read the eligibility criteria below.
Eligibility criteria for Research Fellows
To apply as a Research Fellow, you should meet the following requirements:
- Academic Background: You hold a Master’s degree in a field relevant to Earth System Governance and are actively engaged in academic research.
- Research Role: You may be a PhD student, postdoctoral researcher, academic researcher, senior scientist, or university professor (Assistant, Associate, or Full).
- Publications: You have at least one publication related to Earth System Governance. For early-career researchers, conference papers or other types of peer-reviewed publications will also be considered.
Eligibility criteria for Senior Research Fellows
To apply as a Senior Research Fellow, you should meet the following requirements:
- Academic Background: You hold a PhD in a relevant field and have been actively involved in academic research for at least five years post-PhD.
- Research Role: You may be a postdoctoral researcher, senior scientist, or university professor (Assistant, Associate, or Full).
- Publications: You have at least 12 publications related to Earth System Governance.
Data processing and GDPR compliance
By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal data for the purposes of evaluating and reviewing your application. All personal information collected, including your CV, publications list, and motivation letter, will be handled in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
The data you provide will be securely stored and only accessible to the members of the International Project Office and the selection committee. Your personal data will not be shared with third parties without your consent, except where required by law.
If you have any questions regarding the processing of your data or your rights under GDPR, please contact us at ipo@earthsystemgovernance.org.