The Central Asia-El Umiti Program
We are excited to announce the launch of the El Umiti Internship, a collaborative initiative by the Data Lab and the Central Asia Program (CAP) at The George Washington University (GW). This unique opportunity is designed to support postdoctoral researchers from Kazakhstan and the United States who are dedicated to studying the integration processes and regional dynamics of Central Asia.
We will support two researchers:
- One researcher from GW will be hosted at the Data Lab in Astana, Kazakhstan, for up to 3 months.
- One researcher from Kazakhstan will have the opportunity to conduct research at CAP at GWU for a similar duration.
Eligibility Requirements:
- PhD holders or current PhD students whose research is related to Central Asian countries, especially Kazakhstan
- Ability to travel and reside in Kazakhstan or the U.S. for up to 3 months
- Proficiency in English for both Kazakhstani and U.S. candidates
- Relevant professional experience in academia, government, or non-governmental organizations focusing on Central Asia is considered a plus.
Research Focus:
- Educational cooperation
- Healthcare systems
- Environmental challenges
- Energy Resources and regional cooperation
- Food and energy security
- Migration and labor mobility
- Ethnic and cultural identity
Proposals should contribute to discussions on Central Asia’s regionalization processes and explore potential obstacles to regional integration.
What We Offer:
- Full coverage of travel expenses, including transportation, accommodation, and a daily stipend
- Opportunities for joint research publications
- Presentations at international conferences
- Access to a growing network of scholars specializing in Central Asian studies
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- A cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- A research proposal, including proposed work plan for the 3-month research period, complete with a timeline, research activities, and expected outputs
Please send your application materials to: info@datalabs.kz.
For more details and comprehensive application instructions, please visit datalabs.kz or contact us at info@datalabs.kz or infocap@gwu.edu.
The deadline for applications is October 25, 2024.
