Young Scientists Summer Program in Austria

Sujet: Young Scientists Summer Program in Austria Ven 24 Nov 2017 - 18:06

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. Funding is provided through IIASA's National Member Organizations.

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Annually from 1 June - 31 August in Laxenburg, Austria

PROGRAM AREAS

Air Quality and Greenhouse Gases
Advanced Systems Analysis
Ecosystem Services and Management
Energy
Evolution and Ecology
Risk and Resilience
Transitions to New Technologies
Water
World Population

FLAGSHIP PROJECTS

Arctic Futures Initiative
Tropical Futures Initiative
Water Futures and Solutions Initiative
Challenges and Opportunities of Economic Integration within European and Eurasian Space

On the application form please chose 1-2 programs. If there is additional is interest in one of our flagship projects please indicate so in the box provided in the application form (under "please justify your choice of programs here"). We strongly encourage you to contact the various program representatives before making your decision.

What to expect from the program

YSSP celebrates its 41st anniversary. Until this day, 1917 YSSPers from 86 countries have participated in the program.

The YSSP provides a unique opportunity to:

advance your research under the direct supervision of an experienced IIASA scientist
broaden your research interests by working in the IIASA interdisciplinary and international research environment;
build contacts with IIASA’s worldwide network and collaborate with the institute during your future career
produce a paper which will be the first step towards a publishable journal article

Who should apply?

PhD students (ideally about 2 years prior to receiving a PhD)
working on a field compatible with ongoing research at IIASA
with a wish to explore the policy implications of your work

Applicants from all countries are welcome, although IIASA gives priority to citizens or residents of NMO countries.

Participation in the YSSP is only possible for one summer (however, you may apply several times).

How to apply?

Candidates apply via the online application form (see 'APPLY NOW' banner on the right). Registrations for the 2018 program are being accepted from 3 October 2017 - 11 January 2018.