Berghof Foundation for Conflict Studies
Berlin, Germany
Website: www.berghof-center.org
Deadline: 31 March 2009
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This is a two-year supervised PhD social science research grant on topics related to BCR’s programme areas.
The research centre of the Berghof Foundation for Conflict Studies, was founded in Berlin in 1993. It is one of Europe’s leading institutions conducting action research in the fields of conflict transformation and peacebuilding.
WHO MAY APPLY
Students who:
* have an excellent college degree and are eligible for PhD studies in Europe
* have extensive academic knowledge or practical experience in themes and areas of conflict transformation and peacebuilding
* show excellent command of written English
* can submit a proposal for an original research project connected to one of BCR’s three programme areas: (1)
dealing with the past, peacebuilding and reconciliation in post-conflict societies; (2) the transition of non-state armed groups to political actors; and (3) the interaction of state and non-state actors in conflict transformation processes
* are highly motivated to engage actively in the BCR research team
FOUNDATION SUPPORT
* EUR 1,000 per month, plus health insurance and support for travel and research costs
* Professional supervision (primary or secondary) by the BCR director
* An individual workstation, including free access to BCR research resources
* Active engagement with the BCR team and activities
REQUIREMENTS
Applications, including a research outline (maximum 6 pages), references, CV, and supporting documents
APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 March 2009
CONTACT INFORMATION
Altensteinstraße 48a
D-14195 Berlin
Phone +49 (0)30 844154-0
Fax +49 (0)30 844154-99
researchgrant@berghof-center.org