IASS Call – Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellowship 2021 in Germany

IASS Call – Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellowship 2021 in Germany

Designation/Position-  Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellowship

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies, Germany invites application for Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellowship from eligible and interested candidates

Key Highlight

  • IASS Fellow Programme: Call for Applications for 2022.
  • Each year, about 30 individuals from around the world participate in the institute’s Fellow Programme.
  • During their stay, Fellows work with each other and with IASS researchers, providing expertise, inspiration, and creative input.
  • In return, the IASS offers Fellows the opportunity to develop their ideas in an international community of eminent researchers, not only within the institute, but also in the wider Potsdam-Berlin area.
  • The deadline for applications is 23:59 Central European Standard Time on 22 August 2021.
  • The final decision will be made by the Board of Directors in late autumn 2021.
  • For your application, we require the following documents: A letter of motivation.
  • A current CV which should not exceed three pages.
  • A list of projects, publications, lectures or similar can be added.

About-  The Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS) is an international, inter-and transdisciplinary research institute located in Potsdam. Prof. Dr Klaus Töpfer is the Founding Director of the IASS. The main purpose of the institute is to integrate different types of knowledge needed to support a transformation of society towards sustainability by conducting scientific research particularly in the areas of air quality and climate change, energy transitions, governance for sustainable development, and others.

Research/Job Area- Science, the arts, civil society, business, politics or other areas of society

With a wealth of experience in science, politics and the non-profit sector, Klaus Töpfer embodies the unique combination of perspectives required to realise the vision of the IASS. With its Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellowship, the IASS wants to support individuals who, like Klaus Töpfer, are committed to sustainable development and build bridges between science, politics and society.

Location- Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies, Germany

Eligibility/Qualification–

The IASS is thus seeking applications from highly talented young early to mid-career professionals from Germany or abroad who have worked for at least ten years on sustainability issues and have the potential to serve as change agents towards sustainable development.

The applicant should bring innovative ideas from his or her respective fields in science, the arts, civil society, business, politics or other areas of society and work experience across different countries and cultures.

Job/Position Description- 

  • Klaus Töpfer Fellowships are awarded for one year. Fellows are expected to be physically present at the IASS during their stay and actively contribute to the work of the institute, for example by holding seminars and participating in other IASS activities.
  • Fellows receive financial compensation intended to cover their additional living costs during their stay in Germany.
  • The exact amount depends on the particular situation of the successful applicant and will be decided on an individual basis.
  • In addition, the IASS can also provide resources to cover travel expenses, publication fees, support for organizing workshops, production costs for artistic work, etc.

How to Apply- 

To apply, please submit the following documents by 22 August 2021:

• A letter of motivation: Please mention any prior experience at the interface of science and another sector of society (such as politics, business, the arts, media, etc.).

• A current CV, which should not exceed four pages, outlining your career path and most important achievements. In terms of lists, please limit this to the five most important items (e.g., five most important publications).

• A proposal outlining the activities to be conducted during the time as Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellow. The proposal should be no longer than ten pages (excluding references).

• At least one letter of recommendation. The letter of recommendation should include biographical information and contact details of the person recommending.

Send your application to fellowship@iass-potsdam.de. The selection process will involve a committee including external advisors, and a selection is anticipated in early summer, 2021.

Last Date for Apply– 22 August 2021

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