Graduate Research at FIMS, Law and Music
Research Information for Western Graduate Students in FIMS, Law & Music
The CFUW provides funds for a range of post graduate awards and fellowships to women.
Amount: Varies by award
Deadline: November 1, 2018
Eligibility: Women; Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident in Canada
Note: There is a “filing fee” for each application.
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Workshop by Editors from The Lancet and CELL Press
How to Write a Great Research Paper, and Get it Accepted by a Good Journal
Understanding the publishing process
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
10:00 am – 12:00 noon
Kresge Building KB106
Attend this author workshop and learn about :
This workshop is suitable for faculty, post docs, graduate students, anyone who wants to know more about publishing.
Here is your chance to connect with an editor and ask all of your questions!
A light lunch will be provided.
Please RSVP by September 21 using the following link : http://bit.ly/2ooO1yR
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The Law & Policy division of the Broadcast Education Association (BEA) conference is calling for papers and panels for their 2019 conference. They would especially like to encourage young scholars and graduate students to submit their research. the division’s mission is to assist fellow teachers, researchers, and practitioners in electronic media law and policy and to instill the notion of the “public interest” among potential users and leaders of the electronic media through a dialogue about research and curriculum in the field.
They are interested in panels and papers about any and all legal issues in media and communication. The theme for the 2019 conference is “Education & Industry: Mediating the Nexus.” If you have any questions please contact the division vice chair Robert Spicer, robert.spicer@millersville.edu.
Deadline for panels – September 15, 2018
Deadline for papers – December 1, 2018
BEA 2019
April 6-9, 2019
Las Vegas, NV
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The purpose of the project is to delve into the convergence and tensions between the cultural underpinnings and legal foundations of the ICC as a global institution. The project aims to bring together insights on the development and articulation of ideas regarding the multifaceted ways in which culture relates to the work of the ICC. Abstracts from both practitioners and academics working in the field of international criminal law and other relevant disciplines are welcome.
Deadline for Abstracts – 15 October 2018. Please see the website for details: https://www.uu.nl/en/news/call-for-papers-intersections-of-law-and-culture-at-the-international-criminal-court
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Mitacs funding for travel and living expenses is available for senior undergraduate and graduate students in Canada who conduct research at universities in several countries abroad. Students may apply for $6,000 in travel and living expenses. Applications for travel in January 2019 are accepted until September 30, 2018. Learn more about this opportunity
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The Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC) is a non-profit organization primarily involved in the design, research, and evaluation of social programs and policies. Since 1991, they have been building a base of knowledge and experience about what works in employment, education, health, and social policy. While SRDC is recognized across Canada, and internationally, as a leader in the design, implementation, and evaluation of large-scale demonstration projects, they also conduct program evaluation and impact analysis for a wide range of government and non-governmental organizations.
SRDC is currently seeking one or more full-time experienced researcher(s) /project manager(s) with a strong/ demonstrated interest in labour market programming and policies, especially in the following areas: workforce development, adult learning, provision of employment support and services, youth employment programs, and labour market integration programs for new immigrants, Indigenous people, and persons with disabilities.
The successful candidate(s) will contribute to studies testing innovative labour market program initiatives.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of demonstration and pilot projects in collaboration with clients, labour market partners, and service delivery partners;
• develop research/survey instruments and protocols;
• analyze quantitative and qualitative data;
• develop logic models, evaluation frameworks, work plans, data collection and analysis plans, and project budgets;
• write/contribute to research reports; present research findings to various audiences;
• develop research and evaluation proposals in response to specific client needs; and
• manage projects, or portions of projects, as part of a team of researchers and stakeholders.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:
• a graduate degree in a social science, with knowledge of applied research and evaluation methods;
• a minimum of three years’ experience carrying out advanced analytical or evaluation studies;
• strong knowledge of statistical techniques and research methodology;
• knowledge of federal and provincial labour market policies and programs;
• experience designing research studies, evaluation frameworks, and survey instruments;
• excellent writing and verbal communications skills in English; the capacity to work in both official languages is considered an asset;
• ability to present research results clearly and concisely; and
• organized, self-motivated, and capable of working effectively in a self-directed manner as well as collaborating in a team environment.
The successful candidate(s) may work in either Ottawa, Vancouver, or Toronto. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter that indicates location preference and provides a short description of research interests and skills, explaining how they relate to the required expertise and proposed responsibilities. Candidates will be required to complete a research assignment as part of the selection process.
SRDC is prepared to fill this position(s) through an interchange program (minimum secondment of two years) if potential candidates have access to such programs with their current employer.
Please submit applications by September 7, 2018 to:
Elizabeth Rodgers, Director, Human Resources and Corporate Services
Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC)
55 Murray Street, Suite 400, Ottawa, ON K1N 5M3
hr@srdc.org
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The CIGI International Law Research Program is pleased to announce the 2018 SSHRC-CIGI post-doctoral fellowship. This funding opportunity is open to citizens or permanent residents of Canada. Permanent resident status must be obtained, at the latest, by the application deadline. Candidates must apply through the SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowships competition website.
It is offered as a joint initiative administered collaboratively by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and the International Law Research Program (ILRP) of the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI).
Selected recipients (fellows) may be funded jointly by SSHRC and CIGI’s ILRP or solely by the latter in accordance with the memorandum of understanding between SSHRC and CIGI’s ILRP. Based on the source(s) of funding, governing regulations and policies may vary.
| Value | Up to $80,500 per year plus up to $18,00 in research allowance |
| Duration | Between 12 to 24 months |
Post-doctoral fellowships for research in one or more of the ILRP areas of focus:
The ILRP invites doctoral students who are completing their SJD/PhD in Law and those who have completed such a degree in the last two years to apply for these post-doctoral fellowships. The ILRP will be engaging up to four post-doctoral fellows in 2018.
More info at: https://www.cigionline.org/jobs/sshrc-cigi-post-doctoral-fellowship-competition
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Scholarship support events and services are available from the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (SGPS) for students who are intending to apply to Tri-Agency funding competitions this fall. This is also available on the SGPS website under Preparing for Competition http://grad.uwo.ca/current_students/student_finances/index.html
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There is an postdoc job opportunity at the Programme in Comparative Media Law and Policy (PCMLP) for a 3 year post-doc. This is an open fellowship so come with good ideas and research projects. And despite the title of the fellowship you don’t have to be a lawyer. Must be within 4 years of having completed a PhD. Deadline is July 25th.
http://pcmlp.socleg.ox.ac.uk/2018/07/new-position-postdoc-in-media-law-and-policy/
Grade 7: £31,604 – £38,833 p.a.
The Fellow will undertake advanced research in the field of media law and policy, present their findings at conferences and workshops, and publish their research. The postholder will be permitted to undertake a small amount of lecturing and/or tutorial teaching, which may not exceed three hours per week.
The postholder will be a part of the Programme in Comparative Media Law and Policy (PCMLP) and expected to contribute to its activities. The Head of the PCMLP is Dr Nicole Stremlau. Further information about the programme can be found on the PCMLP website.
Applicants must hold, or be close to completing a PhD/DPhil in Law, or a related discipline, with reference to media/socio-legal issues (candidates who already hold a doctorate will only be eligible if the doctorate was awarded within four years of the closing date for this position. Exceptions to this requirement will only be made for candidates who can demonstrate that they are still at an early stage in their academic career by reason of having taken a career break (e.g. for maternity leave, parental leave, illness or other personal circumstances); engage in high quality research; have the ability to manage their own academic research and associated activities; and play a full role in the intellectual life of PCMLP, the CSLS, and the Faculty of Law.
The Fellowship is for a fixed-term of 3 years, to commence as soon as possible.
The postholder will be based at The Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, Manor Road Building, Manor Road and will be eligible to apply to the Faculty’s Research Support Fund.
You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your online application.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday on Wednesday 25 July 2018. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 21 August 2018.
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The Queen’s University Health and Human Rights Conference (HHRC) is pleased to invite abstract submissions for paper and poster presentations at the 2018 HHRC, “Modern Rx: Pharmaceuticals, Recreationals, and Other Drugs,” to be held from November 16th to 18th, 2018 in Kingston, Ontario.
Abstracts are welcomed from all disciplines and all interests in pharmaceuticals, recreational drugs, and other drugs, that pertain to a discussion on human rights. Presentations may include research, practice, policy, and related areas. Abstracts may be submitted for paper or poster presentations. More details may be found in the attached document.
Proposals must be submitted electronically via this form: https://goo.gl/forms/n2JDsSzVYWl3WbJ42. Proposals which are submitted by August 1, 2018, will be considered for presentation at the meeting.
Please contact queensu.HHRC@gmail.com with questions, or for more information about the conference.
More information -Queen’s Health and Human Rights Conference Call for Abstracts [pdf]
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