MARGARET ANSTEE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP 2025-2029
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Citizens of the Global South, United Kingdom, and Ireland
Program Overview!
Are you a woman researcher passionate about economic and social development or international relations in the Global South? The Margaret Anstee Research Fellowship at Newnham College, Cambridge, offers a unique opportunity to advance your academic career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Applications for the 2025-2029 Fellowship are now open—take this chance to contribute to meaningful global change.
The Margaret Anstee Research Fellowship is designed to assist exceptional women researchers in their early years of academic careers. The Fellowship concentrates on issues of global South economic and social development as well as international relations. The Margaret Anstee Centre for Global Studies will house the winning applicant, therefore supporting its active research community. Starting on October 1, 2025 the Fellowship is tenable for three years and eleven months. To improve their research, Fellows are urged to establish links with pertinent University of Cambridge departments or centres.
Benefits:
- Engage in independent research with access to the University of Cambridge’s extensive resources and collaborative opportunities.
- Participate in seminars, workshops, and public outreach activities, enhancing your academic profile and impact.
- Contribute to postgraduate mentorship programs, fostering the next generation of scholars in your field.
- Work closely with the Knowledge Exchange Coordinator to translate research into practical applications and policy insights.
- Receive a competitive salary with additional benefits, including reimbursement of UK visa costs and the NHS Healthcare Surcharge for international fellows.
Application Process
- Webinar Participation: Attend the informational webinar on 18 February 2025 at 15:00 GMT to learn more about the Fellowship and ask questions. Registration details are available on the Newnham College website.
- Prepare Application Materials: Compile the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed academic and professional history.
- Research Proposal: Outline of proposed research during the Fellowship, including objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.
- Personal Statement: Explanation of how your research aligns with the Centre’s mission and your career aspirations.
- References: Contact information for at least two academic referees familiar with your work.
- Online Application Submission: Submit your application through the Newnham College application portal by 28 March 2025, 23:59 GMT. Ensure all materials are complete and submitted before the deadline.
- Interview Process: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview to discuss their research and suitability for the Fellowship.
- Final Selection: Successful applicants will be notified and provided with further instructions regarding the commencement of the Fellowship on 1 October 2025.
About the MARGARET ANSTEE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
Newnham Institution of the University of Cambridge is committed to the education and progress of women. Originally founded in 1871, the college has a long legacy of encouraging academic excellence and sponsoring innovative research. Founded in 2018 thanks to Dame Margaret Anstee’s legacy, the Margaret Anstee Centre for Global Studies is housed in Newnham College. Emphasizing the Global South, the Centre supports research on social and economic development as well as international relations. It offers academics a cooperative setting in which to conduct multidisciplinary research and share information.
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