Stellenbosch University Centre for Chinese Studies Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (Study in South Africa)

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Chinese Foreign and Security Policy in Africa

Course(s) Offered: Chinese Foreign and Security Policy in Africa
Course Level: Graduate (postdoctoral)
Provider: The Centre for Chinese Studies
Country to Study in: South Africa

Scholarship Description
Stellenbosch University has announced a Postdoctoral Fellowship at The Centre for Chinese Studies (CCS) for South African nationals for study of China in Sub-Saharan Africa.

The Centre for Chinese Studies is devoted to the study of China in Sub-Saharan Africa. Chinese Africa policies require methodologically sound empirical research, a clear understanding of inner-Chinese dynamics, and benefit from a comparative perspective. The CCS is working on the political, economic and environmental aspects of Sino-African relations.

We seek to strengthen our research team with a postdoctoral research fellow on Chinese Foreign and Security Policy in Africa.

Eligibility
You must satisfy the following for eligibility:

• A PhD in political studies or international relations obtained in the past five years, preferably with a focus on China and/or Chinese foreign and security policy activities in Africa.
• Working knowledge of Mandarin will be a particularly strong asset for the position.
• The position is likely to involve empirical research in African countries; the willingness and ability to travel is assumed.

We particularly encourage applications from South African nationals with strong academic credentials, especially individuals from previously disadvantaged groups

Eligible groups
Citizens of African countries (BUT especially South Africans)

Participating Institutions
The Centre for Chinese Studies (CCS), at Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Fields of study
Postdoctoral studies in Chinese Foreign and Security Policy in Africa

Number of awards
At least one position is available

Sponsorship duration
Not specified

Scholarship benefits
As a Fellow of the university at CSS you have access to an exclusive, specially enhanced package of benefits. These benefits are offered in addition to your existing research benefits and are designed to reflect your status as a Fellow.

Method of Application
Applications are done online or by Post. Interested applicants may download application forms from the official website or visit the university campus to request the form. All completed forms must be submitted before the announced deadline date.

It is important to read the 2011 PostDoc Fellowship Advert, and also to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on how to apply for this fellowship

DEADLINES:
The closing date for applications is 10 July 2011

PLEASE NOTE:
The Centre for Chinese Studies (CCS), at Stellenbosch University, serves as the most prominent and high quality point of reference for the study of China and East Asia on the African continent. Our policy-relevant analysis is non-partisan and based on academic standards. The Centre also conducts relevant commissioned analysis of China-related research for government, business, academia and NGO communities. Our main research vocation is exploring the drivers of and trends in China’s engagement with Africa.

Application Deadline: 10 July 2011
Open for International Students: No

Further Scholarship Information and Application

Related: Scholarships in South Africa for International Students