U.S. Embassy, Tunis
Announces
The 2017 Fulbright Junior Faculty Development Program for Tunisia
July 5 – September 13, 2017
The 2017 Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program for Tunisia will bring one cohort of six junior Tunisian scholars to a U.S. institution from July 5 through September 13, 2017 for faculty development, mentoring, and cultural exchange activities. The Fulbright Junior Faculty Development Program aims to provide educational exchange experiences to a maximum number of Tunisian academics not previously afforded a professional development opportunity in the United States. Fulbright grantees serve as cultural ambassadors and should be prepared to speak about their countries, cultures and research to academic and community groups.
The 2017 cohort will focus on Information Technology and Computer Science. The group of six junior scholars will spend 10 weeks at selected U.S. host institutions, where they will be introduced to new teaching and research methods, observe classes, attend seminars, and develop linkages with American faculty through weekly mentoring sessions. While introduction to new research methods in the scholars’ disciplines does constitute one component of the Fulbright Junior Faculty Development Program for Tunisia, the program is not intended to provide a venue for individual research projects.
Objectives:
· Build higher education capacity in the Tunisia through faculty development and mentoring for junior scholars;
· Foster long-term collaboration and institutional linkages between Tunisian scholars and American academics;
· Promote mutual understanding between Tunisian and Americans by facilitating the scholars’ engagement with the broader host campus community.
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How to Apply: To complete the application, please read the instructions and download the application instructions here: http://www.cies.org/sites/default/files/Application-Instructions-Tunisia.pdf To create a user account and begin an application, please visit https://apply.embark.com/student/fulbright/scholars/30/ Application Deadline: January 6, 2017 The application form requires personal information and a written statement of up to three pages in length. To ensure a complete application, applicants are advised to follow the instructions carefully. Applicants are not required to complete the application in one sitting, although are advised to make note of their login and password so they can return to the application. Once the application is submitted, changes to the form are no longer permitted. Applicants may also be asked to provide information including, but not limited to:
Benefits: This professional program provides:
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Eligibility and Application Requirements:
The 2017 competition is open to current, full-time university faculty members, who possess, at a minimum, an MA/MS degree and at least five years of university-level teaching experience or a Ph.D. and no more than five years of teaching experience. MA/MS holders who are currently enrolled in a doctoral program must possess at least three years of teaching experience. Applicants should have a commitment to classroom teaching and a desire to strengthen their teaching and leadership skills. Please note that this program is intended for full-time faculty only; Tunisian government officials are ineligible. Applicants must demonstrate fluency in spoken and written English.
· Letters of reference (academic or professional, not personal).
· Applicants must be residing in Tunisia before and after submitting the application and during the interview process.
· An applicant’s eligibility for a Fulbright scholarship is based, in part, on his/her intention to return to Tunisia immediately following the end of program.
· Applicants cannot be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents (e.g. green card holders) of the United States; persons desiring or holding permanent residence in the United States are not eligible to apply.
· MA/MS degree and at least five years of university-level teaching experience or a Ph.D. and no more than five years of teaching experience. MA/MS holders who are currently enrolled in a doctoral program must possess at least three years of teaching experience.
· A detailed project statement of proposed activity addressing all components outlined in the instructions detailed below and relating to the cohort discipline to which you are applying. The 2017 cohort discipline is: Information Technology/Computer Science.
· Proficiency in English sufficient to effectively carry out grant activities in the United States. You may be required to take an English proficiency examination or submit a TOEFL score.
· Sound physical and mental health. Those selected for a Fulbright grant are required to submit a Medical History and Examination Report before their grants can be finalized.
Incomplete applications or those submitted after this date will NOT be reviewed. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Plagiarism or misrepresentation in an application can lead to disqualification at any stage of the program.
For more information:
Please send an email to the following address: tunisexchangeshelp@state.gov