Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Germany
Klosterstrasse 64, 10179 Berlin
Overview
In the heart of Berlin, MERICS serves as a leading European institution for policy-oriented, impartial, and innovative research on China. In this vein, MERICS has established a fellowship program that aims to attract distinguished as well as emerging thought leaders on China from academia, think tanks, the policy-making and business community, and media. Fellows work closely with the wider MERICS research team, often pursuing individual research priorities and contributing to wider MERICS research efforts at the same time.
Details
MERICS Futures Fellows wish to join the MERICS ecosystem to develop innovative and promising project ideas to be pursued jointly after the end of the initial fellowship. Fellows usually develop a project outline and proposal and a first short analysis on the topic that can be published as part of the MERICS range of written products.
MERICS will support fellows with a view to securing funding for the execution of the most promising project proposal developed. The fellowship is usually awarded for up to six months and co-sponsorship arrangements with the applicant’s home institution or other interested parties are welcome.
For more information on the MERICS Fellowship Program, please refer to the Fellowship Guidelines.
Applications for all topics are welcome. All applications will be assessed by the MERICS management board.
Please send the following application documents to Johannes Kast (johannes.kast@merics.de):
- Detailed letter of motivation (at least 2-3 pages) with detailed project proposal
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of publications or list of equivalent analytical qualifications based on professional experience)
About us
Since its founding in 2013, the Mercator Institute for China Studies (MERICS) has become one of the most important European institutions for questions about today’s China. With some 20 experts covering various disciplines, MERICS is the largest independent research institute focusing on contemporary China in Europe. Experts from seven European countries, China, Singapore, Australia and the United States analyze China’s political, economic and social developments and their consequences for Europe.
MERICS was founded by the Stiftung Mercator to foster free debate about China in Germany and Europe. It provides a space for informed views – especially among decision-makers in business and politics.
The Berlin-based think tank founded a Brussels office in early 2020, bolstering its vital role in public debate about China in Europe and beyond. MERICS serves as a source of independent expertise: it advises European decision-makers on Chinese politics, business and society and maintains a dialogue with global media to provide a nuanced view of events in China.
Independent research means MERICS experts will take a stand – one firmly founded on liberal-minded and democratic values. In doing so, MERICS experts open new perspectives on China and new proposals for shaping relations with it.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Duration
MERICS FuturesFellowships are granted for a period up to six months. Beginning and end of the grant will be set out in writing by MERICS and the fellow.
Fellowship amount
A fellowship amount of EUR 1,000 per month is stipulated. This does not account for possible co-sponsorship arrangements with the applicant’s home institution or other interested parties.The fellows do not enter into an employment relationship with MERICS. The fellowship is tax and social security free within the scope of § 3 Nr. 44 EStG. The fellowship amount includes a monthly health insurance subsidy of 50 EUR.
Travel / Stays abroad during the fellowship period
During the funding period, fellows may spend project-relevant time in Germany or abroad, if this is possible under residence law. Such stays require the approval of and coordination with MERICS. Travel and accommodation expenses incurred may be reimbursed by MERICS upon prior consent in individual cases.
Requirements and presence
In accepting the fellowship, the fellow commits to devote an agreed amount of his or her working time to the purpose of the fellowship, either at MERICS or off-site (exceptions according to A3.3). Prior to the start of the fellowship, the fellow and MERICS will agree on the exact modalities and scope of the research and possible publication of the project results.If the fellow is not present at MERICS, a regular connection by telephone or video conference should be considered for discussions and other meetings.
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