Visiting scholars

The UNU-WIDER Visiting Scholars Programme is intended to give qualified scholars an opportunity to undertake research on topics related to development and/or global economic issues, to participate in UNU-WIDER activities, and to contribute to UNU-WIDER publications. It is also designed to aid the dissemination of UNU-WIDER research and to contribute to the UNU-WIDER outreach programme.
For some places in the programme, preference will be given to females and to applicants from developing countries.

Successful applicants are expected to

1. have a PhD degree in economics or a related discipline.
2. have a good publication record.
3. pursue research on development or global economic issues.
4. spend between 2-6 months at UNU-WIDER.
5. interact with the academic staff at UNU-WIDER.
6. prepare one or more papers to be considered for publication in the WIDER Research Paper series.
7. present a seminar in their field of research.
8. acknowledge UNU-WIDER's support when appropriate.

Financial assistance

UNU-WIDER typically provides a monthly stipend of 2,000 euros as a contribution towards travel, accommodation, medical, and other out-of-pocket expenses. Developing country scholars may apply for a supplementary grant to cover high travel costs.

Application procedure 

There is no standard application form. Those interested in this programme should submit

1. a written letter of application which includes the preferred period for the sabbatical.
2. a research proposal, bearing in mind UNU-WIDER's current research focus, and
3. a detailed curriculum vitae, including contact details and a list of publications.
   

Applications should be received by the 30 Septembereach year (applications will not be assessed until after the closing date) by regular mail at the following address:

Visiting Scholars Programme
UNU-WIDER
Katajanokanlaituri 6 B
FIN-00160 Helsinki
FINLAND

Inquiries only (not applications) may be made by e-mail to sabbatical programme, or the Programme Director Wim Naudé.

Please read the above guideline before making any inquires.