Scholarship Support for Western Students

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

All Disciplines

  • Getting People to Care about Your Research: Writing for Competitive ScholarshipA well-written research proposal persuades reviewers that your project merits funding, and that you have the ability and the plan to complete it. Generally, a research proposal should contain all the key elements involved in the research process and include sufficient information for the readers to evaluate the proposed study. Learn how to write for funding competitions with Paul Schmidt (The Writing Centre). No registration required.
    • Health and Medicine – Wednesday, August 29, 2018 from 1:30pm-2:30pm EDT in the AHB (Old Ivey) Classroom 1B04
    • Natural Sciences and Engineering – Wednesday, September 5, 2018 from 1:30pm-2:30pm EDT in the AHB (Old Ivey) Classroom 1B04
    • Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities – Wednesday, September 12, 2018 from 1:30pm-2:30pm EDT in the IGAB Classroom 1N05
  • Tri-Agency Canada Graduate Scholarships- Master’s (CGSM) Information Sessions SGPS staff will give a presentation on the internal process of application at Western. This is a one-hour session offered on five separate days in the IGAB Classroom 1N05. No registration required.
    • Tuesday, October 9, 2018 from 11:30am-12:30pm EDT
    • Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 1:30pm-2:30pm EDT
    • Monday, October 15, 2018 from 11:30am-12:30pm EDT
    • Wednesday, October 17, 2018 from 1:30pm-2:30pm EDT
    • Monday, November 12, 2018 from 1:30pm-2:30pm EDT

Social Sciences and Humanities

  • SSHRC Scholarships and Fellowships for Doctoral Study Information SessionsSGPS Staff will give a presentation on the internal process of application at Western. This is a one-hour session offered on two separate days in the IGAB Classroom 1N05. No registration required.
    • Tuesday, September 15, 2018 from 11:30am-12:30pm EDT
    • Wednesday, October 3, 2018 from 1:30pm-2:30pm EDT
  • SSHRC Resource Video: How do you apply for a SSHRC Doctoral Award?

 Medical and Health Sciences

  • Responsive Research: Competitive Scholarship Applications in the Medical and Health Sciences The CIHR Doctoral Research Awards program provides special recognition and support to students who are pursuing a doctoral degree in a health-related field in Canada or abroad. All applicants are expected to have an exceptionally high potential for future research achievement and productivity. Watch Erin Huner, Research Consultant (Research Western) explain how you can best position yourself for success in competition.
  • The Art of Writing a CIHR Application 
  • CIHR Scholarships Information Webinars
    These are 2-hour interactive webinars offered by CIHR staff on how to apply for CIHR Scholarships. Attendees must register to join:

    • English: Tuesday, September 11, 2018 starting at 11:00am EDT Register here
    • French: Wednesday, September 12, 2018 starting at 11:00am EDT Register here

Natural Sciences and Engineering

  • NSERC Scholarships and Fellowships Information Session! NSERC staff will be visiting Western to give a presentation on how to prepare a scholarship or fellowship application. This two-hour event will be held inthe IGAB ATRIUM, and will include Q&A.No registration required.
    • Thursday, September 13, 2018 from 10:30am-12:30pm EDT
  • NSERC Scholarships for Doctoral Study Information Sessions SGPS staff will give a presentation on the internal process of application at Western. This is a one-hour session offered on two separate days in the IGAB Classroom 1N05. No registration required.
    • Tuesday, September 18, 2018 from 11:30am-12:30pm EDT
    • Friday, September 28, 2018 from 1:30pm-2:30pm EDT
  • NSERC Resource Videos: Tips on Applying for an NSERC Scholarship 

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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Media Law and Policy at Oxford

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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Queen’s University Health and Human Rights Conference

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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IDRC Research Awards

The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) has issued a call for Research Internship applications. This call is open to Canadians, permanent residents of Canada, and citizens of developing countries pursuing a master’s or a doctoral degree at a recognized university OR who have completed a master’s or a doctoral degree at a recognized university.

Proposed research must focus on one or more developing countries. Region(s) include: Far East Asia, Middle East, North and Central America, North of Sahara, Oceania, South America, South Asia, South of Sahara, West Indies

Programs include: Advisory Committee on Research Ethics; Agriculture and Food Security; Centre of Excellence for Civil Registration and Vital Statistics Systems; Climate Change; Employment and Growth; Food, Environment, and Health; Foundations for Innovation; Governance and Justice (in Kenya); Livestock Health; Maternal and Child Health; Networked Economies; Policy and Evaluation

Research award recipients will join IDRC for a one-year paid program to undertake research on the topic they have submitted, and will receive hands-on experience in research and program management and support, grant administration, and the creation, dissemination, and use of knowledge from an international perspective.

Deadline: September 5, 2018 by 4:00 PM (EDT)

More information …

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Positions at CAMH

CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health) has 2 positions available at the Immigrant and Refugee Mental Health Project:

  • Knowledge Broker: will play a lead role in providing knowledge users with evidence-informed content and actions related to the IRMHP project.
  • Project Coordinator: will focus on maintaining overall coordination and day to day activities of deliverables related to the Immigrant and Refugee Mental Health Project (IRMHP). The Project Coordinator will provide administrative  support and content expertise …

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Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships 2018-19

2018-2019 Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships

The Banting Fellowship is the most prestigious postdoctoral fellowship award in Canada.

Deadline: September 19, 2018

Eligibility regulations are strict. Please ensure you refer to the Degree Completion dates and the emphasis on recruiting International and National scholars (only in exceptionally rare circumstances will a Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship be awarded to an applicant who is staying at the same institution where they completed their PhD, PhD- equivalent or health professional degree).

For official information, regulations and procedures, be sure to visit the Banting Website.  It is strongly advised to refer to the Guide to Applying for up-to-date information.

Any general Banting inquiries (including Common CV and ResearchNet support) should be directed to Banting contacts.

Characteristics of a successful Banting Application:

  • Applicant:
    • Has demonstrated leadership and impact on the field (considering career stage)
    • Has a significant number of publications
    • Brings new knowledge to the institution
  • Proposed Research
    • Should significantly advance the knowledge base
    • Includes aspect of novelty: “game-changing”
    • Is part of a larger research context (applicant, supervisor, institution)
    • Demonstrates synergy with research environment
    • Weighs risk vs. feasibility
    • Considers wider impact: application of research, social impact
  • Supervisor Statement
    • Speaks to research excellence of applicant
    • Speaks to excellence of proposed research
    • Speaks to aspects of synergy (with supervisor’s research, research environment, institution)
    • Explains added value of postdoc in research environment
    • Demonstrates institutional commitment (professional development, funding, resources)
    • Propels research leadership of applicant (supervisor biography, where are alumni now)

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Western Humanitarian Award

This award recognizes faculty, staff, and students at Western, who are engaged in a range of efforts directed towards improving the quality of life for individuals and communities around the world.  Preference will be given to the recognition of activities undertaken by the candidate that have current or potential international impact.

Deadline: May 17, 2018   Final application and signature page must be submitted to Research Development and Services

Amount: A maximum of $5,000 may be awarded and must be used in support of humanitarian efforts as chosen by the recipient.

Application Process:  The Western Humanitarian Award internal adjudication and selection process is managed by Research Development & Services. A complete application will consist of:

More information and applications…

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The Conversation Canada – Research-Based Journalism

“Aiming to bridge the gap between the Ivory Tower and the general public, Western has committed to being a founding member of The Conversation Canada.

The Conversation, a daily independent news and analysis online publication, delivers expertise from the academic and research community directly to the public. In a not-for-profit collaboration, The Conversation editors work directly with academics and researchers to publish articles for a wide audience.”  More at this Western News story…

More on The Conversation Canada and how to contribute in this document.

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Doctoral Scholarship – International Law

The International Law Research Program (ILRP) of the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) has announced its Doctoral Scholarship Competition for the 2018-2019 academic year. The ILRP invites Canadian and foreign students who are enrolling or are currently enrolled in SJD or PhD in Law studies at a Canadian university faculty of law to apply for the CIGI ILRP Doctoral Scholarship.

The ILRP Doctoral Scholarship is designed to enhance research opportunities for SJD and PhD in Law students who wish to develop expertise in one or more of the ILRP’s areas of research focus and to develop world-class intellectual strength in the areas of international law that are most important to global innovation, prosperity, sustainability and security.

ILRP is interested in empirical case studies, analysis of the efficacy of international law regimes, and interdisciplinary research that considers the impacts on human security, rights and development (See attached for more details on below areas of research focus):

  1. International economic law:
  2. International intellectual property (IIP) law and innovation:
  3. International environmental law:
  4. International Indigenous law

Amount:  The value of the Doctoral Scholarship is up to $56,000 CAD.

Residence: must spend a four-month period of residency at the CIGI Campus within year 1 of the scholarship.

Deadline: April 27, 2018 (see attached for application requirements)

https://www.cigionline.org/jobs/international-law-research-programs-doctoral-scholarship-competition-2018-2019-academic-year

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Research Analytics Tool, InCites Now Available to Western Researchers

Western is now subscribed to InCites which is a customized, citation-based research analytics tool. Research Western and Western Libraries are also in the process of hiring a bibliometrician to support the research community in the use of this program as well as other needs in this area.  Access to InCites is now available to all Western faculty, staff and students on campus computers via incites.thomsonreuters.com

Please see attached memo from John Capone, VP Research for more information.

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