Young CAS Grant
Centre for Advanced Study (CAS) at the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters
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About This Scholarship
The Young CAS Grant offers early-career researchers the opportunity to lead an international research project and build leadership experience. Successful applicants serve as Principal Investigators, hosting workshops and a residential research stay in Oslo.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Up to NOK 750,000 over two years
- Funding for up to three intensive workshops (up to NOK 250,000)
- Funding for a two-month research stay at CAS including travel, accommodation, food, and teaching replacement costs (up to NOK 500,000)
- Office facilities and administrative assistance
Who Can Apply
- 1 Must have completed a PhD and be below the age of 40 at the application deadline (extensions granted for statutory leaves, military/civilian service, or sick leave).
- 2 Must maintain a full-time academic position at one of the partner institutions at the application deadline and throughout the project period.
- 3 Application needs to be supported by the head of department.
- 4 Applicants in temporary positions are eligible if their contract covers at least the first year of the programme.