IREX US Embassy Policy Specialist Program International Reasearch and Exchanges Board

Application Deadline: The deadline for the current application cycle has passed.  Please consult the sponsor's website for up-to-date information.
Website: http://www.irex.org/programs/eps/index.asp

The US Embassy Policy Specialist Program (EPS) offers US senior scholars an opportunity to conduct research abroad while serving as experts to a US embassy or consulate. This year, IREX anticipates awarding four grants. Successful applicants will demonstrate how their experience, skills, and knowledge will benefit US Embassy personnel, as well as the academic merit and feasibility of their proposed research.

Grantees will serve the embassy or consulate and conduct their own research for approximately one month. Grant length and dates will be decided upon in consultation with the specific embassy or consulate. Examples of embassy service include attending meetings, giving lectures, writing policy papers, assisting with grant panels, and consulting with embassy policy staff.

Participating Embassy and eligible fields will be announced in October.

Technical Eligibility Requirements

Each applicant must

• be a US citizen or permanent resident (green card holder) in the United States for three consecutive years prior to application;
• submit a complete application package by the deadline;
• hold a PhD or other graduate degree at time of application (MA, MS, MFA, MBA, MPA, MLIS, MPH, JD, MD);
• fulfill all requirements from previous IREX grants.

Financial Provisions

• Roundtrip airfare from the United States to the host country
• Stipend to cover in-country costs for meals, lodging, and local transportation
• Visa expenses
• Medical evacuation insurance provided by IREX

Application and Review Process

Applications will be reviewed by a rotating panel of experts.

Application Materials
Application materials for the US Embassy Specialist Program are available online.

Contact
For more information about the program and application details, contact eps@irex.org.