The University of Maryland, Baltimore County is giving early career researchers a chance to work closely with professionals in an interdisciplinary, cross-sector group by inviting them to participate in the Earth Science Information Partners (ESIP) Fellowship for the academic year 2022-2023.

Individuals with research experience in Earth or environmental sciences, computer science, or Earth science education who are enrolled in a graduate program (MS or PhD) or a postdoctoral research position at the University of Maryland are eligible to participate in this fellowship. The selected ESIP Community Fellows will serve a year-long term starting December 2022 to December 2023 with a stated stipend of $2,000 for participation, paid in two installments and travel expenses.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County is a public research university in Baltimore County, Maryland. The university is ranked 137^thout of 443 National Universities while carrying a dedication to cultural and ethnic diversity, social responsibility, and lifelong learning.

Why choose to study at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County? The University of Maryland redefines excellence in higher education through an inclusive culture that connects innovative teaching and learning, research across disciplines, and civic engagement. The university values its students as whole people and comes together to learn, solve problems, create new things, and just have fun.

Application Deadline:  7^th October 2022 is the last day to apply.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Maryland, Baltimore County
• Department: NA
• Course Level: Graduate
• Award: $2,000
• Number of Awards: 8
• Access Mode: Online
• Nationality: International and Domestic
• The award can be taken in the USA.

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All international and domestic students are eligible to apply.
• Eligible Course or Subjects: Students can apply for an MSc or PhD degree program in informatics and earth science at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
• Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:
• The applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program (MS or PhD) or a postdoctoral research position less than two years beyond your PhD.
• The applicants must attend the full duration of both January and July Meetings.
• The applicants must join monthly Collaboration Area calls; attendance is only excused if the chair knows at least 24 hours before the call and only one call will be excused
• The applicants must participate in occasional networking and training events
• The applicants must be U.S. citizens or authorized to work in the U.S.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: Students must first apply for admission. Fellowship applications can be made here.
• Supporting Documents: The students are required to present the following documents to the university:
• Graduate transcript
• One letter of recommendation
• Cover letter
• Admission Requirements: The applicants must meet the entry and academic requirements of the university for their selected program.
• Language Requirement: The applicants must have strong oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

The candidates selected will be provided a stipend of $2,000 for participation, paid in two installments. ESIP will also cover the required travel expenses. Participation following the July ESIP Meeting is contingent on satisfactory performance.

Apply Now

Apply to be an ESIP Community Fellow (esipfed.org)