Fulbright-Nokia Distinguished Chair in Information and Communications Technologies

Eligibility

Fulbright-Nokia Distinguished Chair in Information and Communications Technologies, with an application deadline in September, offers 3 awards of $37300 each.

Description

The Fulbright-Nokia Distinguished Chair in Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) offers a unique opportunity for a U.S. scholar and/or specialist to engage in research, collaboration, teaching and guest lecturing at a higher education institution in Finland and simultaneously networking in the Finnish R&D society. The intention is to further enhance collaboration between US and Finnish research groups and also to boost industrial-academic collaborations. Ph.D. (or other terminal degree) is required. Applicants must be Senior Academics. Candidates should have a prominent record of scholarly accomplishment, including a significant publication record. Projects that prioritize active research work and publications yet also include guest lectures and student supervision are particularly encouraged. Additionally, candidates in all Fulbright programs are reviewed on the project's contribution to the objectives of the Fulbright Program, as well as on the adaptability and suitability of the candidate to act as a Fulbright ambassador for the U.S. in Finland. This award is open to projects in the disciplines of Information and Communication Technologies or Computer Science. There is a special interest in scholars who work in the following specialty areas: Telecommunications, Communications Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Components Design, Electronics, Communication Optics and Materials Technology, and Data Science. Interdisciplinary research specializations that directly focus on the evolution and/or adaptation of technology and ICT will also be considered. There is no language requirement, English is sufficient. However, feasibility of conducting the project must be demonstrated in the project statement. An invitation letter is required. The Distinguished Chair application should include a letter of invitation from a Finnish higher education institution. The letter should include information on the agreed research and teaching plan, contact information for the host and others responsible for the visit, confirmation that the host will pay for and arrange housing, and length and dates of the proposed visit. The application also requires two recommendations. Please visit the award's website or contact the Council for International Exchange of Scholars for more information.