Young Scientists Summer Program, Austria (2016)

The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis is a scientific research institute located in Laxenburg, near Vienna, Austria. Founded in 1972, the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) conducts policy-oriented research into problems of a global nature that are too large or too complex to be solved by a single country or academic discipline. Since 1977, IIASA’s annual 3-month Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP) offers research opportunities to talented young researchers whose interests correspond with IIASA’s ongoing research on issues of global environmental, economic and social change. From June through August accepted participants work within the Institute’s research programs under the guidance of IIASA scientific staff. Following areas of programme will be considered:

- Advanced Systems Analysis;
- Energy;
- Evolution and Ecology;
- Ecosystem Services and Management;
- Mitigation of Air Pollution and Greenhouse Gases;
- World Population;
- Risk Policy and Vulnerability;
- Transitions to New Technologies;
- Water.

Eligibility
To be eligible for the Program candidates should meet the following criteria:
- You should have research experience corresponding to a level typical of a researcher about 2 years prior to receiving a PhD or equivalent degree;
- A summer research proposal that clearly fits the interdisciplinary research agenda of a selected IIASA program; before starting your application we recommend to get in touch with representatives of the program(s) of your choice;
- Ability to work independently as well as to interact with other scientists;
- Fluency in English and the ability to communicate in a scientific environment;
- Applicants from all countries are welcome. However, IIASA gives priority to citizens or residents of countries in which IIASA has a National Member Organization (NMO);
- Applicants must commit to staying for the entire program. Up to five days of leave may be approved by supervisors for participation in conferences and/or for personal reasons.

Fellowship
Most of IIASA’s National Member Organizations (NMOs) provide special grants to enable young scientists (either their own nationals or foreign students studying in their country) to participate in the YSSP. The stipend varies slightly among NMOs, but usually it is EUR 1,310 per month plus airfare. If you are not citizen of or resident in an NMO country you must find alternative funds to finance participation. IIASA does not charge a tuition fee. In general, participants are expected to cover all expenses associated with their stay (3 months rent; meals; local transportation; expenses for any accompanying dependents; and health insurance) from their NMO grant or their other funding source.

Further details:
http://www.mladiinfo.eu