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Ranked Best New Think Tank by 2020 Global Go To Think Tank Index

PER ASPERA – AD ASTRA

THINK TANK

Ranked Best New Think Tank by 2020 Global Go To Think Tank Index

PER ASPERA – AD ASTRA





FELLOWSHIPS AT ADASTRA

ADASTRA Fellows — is an important platform for meaningful dialogue, in-depth analysis, and innovative implications in the realm of social sciences. A program at ADASTRA that offers scholars the opportunity and infrastructure to undertake focused research on specific questions for a set duration. The program aims to generate valuable insights to aid organisations or individuals with a stake in the research outcomes.

ADASTRA offers a diverse range of fellowship opportunities tailored to empower experts, researchers, and aspiring professionals in the field of social sciences. Our fellowships are categorised based on expertise level, funding type, duration, and research focus.


Types of Fellowships by Expertise Level

This category differentiates fellowships based on the professional experience and academic qualifications of the applicants, ensuring opportunities are aligned with their career stage and expertise.

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    Expert Fellow

    Designed for individuals with significant experience and recognised expertise in their field.

    Criteria
    Ph.D. or Masters with 10+ years of industry experience.
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    Research Fellow

    Aimed at professionals actively engaged in research with substantial academic or industry experience.

    Criteria
    Masters with 3+ years of industry experience or Bachelors with 5+ years of industry experience.
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    Junior Fellow

    Focused on early-career professionals or recent graduates looking to expand their research skills.

    Criteria
    Degree candidates with 1+ year of industry experience.
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    Associate Fellow

    For professionals who play a significant role in their industry and seek to contribute to research.

    Criteria
    Significant role with 5+ years of industry experience.
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    Internship

    Offers hands-on experience for students or recent graduates in a dynamic research environment.

    Criteria
    Degree candidates and Pass the School of Analytics.

By Funding Opportunities

This classification is based on the funding structure of the fellowship, ranging from volunteer-based to fully funded opportunities, accommodating diverse financial needs and motivations of the fellows.

Project-Based

Involvement in internal projects, research programs, etc.

Pro-Bono

Volunteer-based, focusing on social activities and contributions without financial benefits.

Paid

Provides financial compensation for developing specific research.

Fellowships by Duration

This segment categorises fellowships based on their duration, from short-term projects to lifetime commitments, allowing candidates to choose based on their availability and the depth of engagement they seek.

1-3 Months

Short-term

Ideal for focused, short-term projects and research.

3-12 Months

Long-term

Provides ample time for deeper engagement in research and projects.

No Time Limits

Permanent

Offers ongoing, continuous involvement without a fixed end date.

By Project

Occasional

For specific, project-based engagements.

Fellowships by Research Focus

This division aligns fellowships with specific research areas, enabling candidates to delve into topics that resonate with their academic interests and professional goals.

Political Economy

Focusing on the interplay between politics and economics.

    Post-War Economics
    Green Transition
    Sustainability
    Energy Systems
    Migration, Human Capital
    Demographic Studies
    Public Goods

Policy and Global Politics

Covering a broad spectrum of global political dynamics.

    Conflicts and Crisis
    Electoral Studies
    Democracy, Transparency
    Regional Studies
    Security Focus, Military Studies
    Behavioural AI, Cyber Security
    Information Studies

Legal Studies

Concentrating on various dimensions of law and justice.

    Human Rights
    International Criminal Justice
    EU Integration Studies
    Public Law
    Acquis Communautaire
    Rule of Law Framework

Methods We Employ —

Quantitative, Qualitative Methods; Social Experiments, Surveys, Content Analysis, Quantitative Text Analysis, Causal Inference, Historical Analysis, Comparative Analysis, Participant Observation, and Desk Research.