spanish Research Scholarship

This is a research fellows programme at the Internet Interdisciplinary Institute of the Open University of Catalonia in Barcelona. Senior research fellowship positions are offered for periods between three and twelve months for the calendar year 2010 at the institute in Barcelona to work on their research interests and to interact with the researchers and doctoral students of the IN3. Upon appointment ,the Open University of Catalonia will provide a compensation equivalent of 2/3 of the current gross salary received by the applicant in her/his home institution, for the duration of her/his appointment. Therefore, applicants should indicate the amount of their salary while submitting the application. The Open University of Catalonia will cover the cost of one round trip between the current location of the appointed fellow and Barcelona (economy class). REQUIREMENTS: Outstanding researchers from around the world focusing on the field of empirical research on social media/ online communities. They must currently hold a position in a university or research center. They must be fluent in English (spoken and written). Knowledge of Catalan or Spanish languages is not necessary but it is a valued skill. Priority will be given to applicants connecting research and innovation. TO APPLY: Complete CV, three letters of recommendation from experts in the field social media / online communities, and a brief research project (maximum of five pages) describing their intended activity in Barcelona. Interested candidates should first contact by e mail the IN3 office fellowsin3@uoc.edu to receive information on the application procedure and conditions offered by the fellowship including compensation. SUBMISSION: November 15, 2009