For women: FACULTY FOR THE FUTURE Fellowship

The Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future program awards fellowship to women from developing and emerging economies to pursue PhD or post-doctoral studies in the physical sciences(related disciplines may also be awarded), engineering and technology at leading universities abroad.

The goal of this program is to generate conditions that result in more women pursuing academic careers in scientific disciplines thus contributing to the socio-economic development of their home countries and regions. Additionally, faculty member are expected to return to their home countries to continue their careers and become inspirational role models for other young women.

The cost given is maximum of USD 50.000 per year and maybe renewed through to completion of studies subject, to performance, self-evaluation, and recommendations from supervisors.

The candidates who are going to apply should/must :

-          have applied, have been admitted to, or be currently enrolled in developed country university when submitting their Faculty for the Future grant application.

-          hold an excellent academic record and be able to evidence their commitment to teaching, research or using science in public policy advocacy.

-          demonstrate leadership skills and have a track  record in encouraging young women into the sciences.

Important dates:

NEW applications : September 10^th to November 16^th 2012

RENEWAL applications: September 10^th to November 9^th 2012

For more information, please read at http://www.facultyforthefuture.net/