Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

The Canadian Institute for Advanced Research is now accepting applications for the 2021 Azrieli Global Scholars program. This progrm supports exceptional early-career researchers with funding, mentorship, a global network, and professional skills development. 

Successful Azrieli Global Scholars will join a CIFAR research program for two years, interacting within a global network of researchers pursuing a fundamental research question. All CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars recieve $100,000 CAD in unrestricted research support for two years, mentorship from a Fellow in their CIFAR research program, and opportunities to apply for time-limited seed funding to support collaboration across disciplines. 

Eligibility: There are no geographic restrictions on who may apply. Applicants must hold a Ph.D (or equivalent), be employed at an institution of higher education or research and be within the first five years of starting a full-time research position, and engage in research that complements or contributes to the themes and goals of an eligible CIFAR research program. 

Term: April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2023

Amount: $100,000 CAD in unrestricted research support

Deadline: October 30, 2020 - 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time Zone (UTC-7)

Website: https://www.cifar.ca/next-gen/global-scholars

**SFU Signature sheet is due to ORS by October 28, 2020**