Wenner-Gren Foundation Post-PhD Research Grants
Wenner-Gren Foundation
Award: $20,000
Deadline: May
To provide individual research projects undertaken by doctorates in anthropology or a closely related field. Qualifications: Applicants must be qualified scholars of any nationality or institutional affiliation are eligible; independent scholars and senior scholars are welcome to apply; individuals who are within 5 months of receiving their doctorate or equivalent degree may apply, but they must complete their degree before the start date listed on their application form. Selection criteria: Reviewers assess the quality of the proposed research, its potential contribution to anthropological knowledge, and its adherence to the principles articulated in our mission, including a commitment to fostering an inclusive vision of anthropology. How to apply: Applicants must be submit online application form; application asks for the following: general information about and project; an abstract of proposed project; answers to six questions about project; a resubmission statement if we declined a post-PhD research grant application previously; a detailed plan a budget (best-case scenario); a detailed plan b budget (worst-case scenario); a bibliography relevant to proposed project; must be in English; must submit all forms and other required materials online; most grantees must fulfill all the requirements of their existing award and submit their final report before applying for a new award; but as part of their resubmission, they must explain how they have addressed the reviewers' concerns, along with any changes to their plans. Focus: Anthropology.