GIGA Doctoral Programme 2160 views

The German Institute of Global and Area Studies (GIGA) invites applications for its Doctoral Programme to join the programme on 1 October. The GIGA Doctoral Programme (DP) is a three-year structured programme for junior researchers, in which they can pursue their research and professional development, particularly in the field of comparative area studies (CAS).

About the GIGA programme:

• GIGA doctoral students are fully integrated into the GIGA’s research structure and benefit from close supervision within an international research environment.
• Mobility grants are provided for field work and conference attendance and, in line with the Leibniz Association’s principle of ‘theoria cum praxi’, doctoral students are offered exposure to policy advice and knowledge transfer activities.
• Doctoral degrees will be awarded by one of the partner universities, dependent upon the affiliation of the student’s first supervisor.

Requirements:

• An excellent grade point average and a final degree (masters or equivalent) in Political Science/International Relations, Economics, History or a related discipline.
• Strong command of the English language (German is not a prerequisite).
• International applicants are also welcome to apply.

Applications:

• Fill out the applications form available online and send it to Kerstin Labusga, GIGA German Institute of Global and Area Studies, Neuer Jungfernstieg 21, 20354 Hamburg, Germany. Email: jobs-dp@giga-hamburg.de (Email applications, preferably in a single pdf file with (Ref.-No. GIGA-19-01) including:
• Letter of motivation, a research proposal of 2000 words max. and an additional academic writing sample
• CV and simple copies of degrees and academic transcripts (BA, Diploma, MA),
• Proof of English language skills, and
• Statement about intended funding for the duration of three years (final admission is dependent upon the applicant’s ability to provide proof of funding by the starting date)