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Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program
April 30
Amount
$42,750
Varies
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No
DESCRIPTION
The World BankRobert S. McNamara Fellowships Program (RSMFP) matches aspiring development economics researchers from developing countries with World Bank research economists creating unique opportunities for the fellows to participate in rigorous policy-relevant research in the World Bank’s Development Economics Vice Presidency (DEC). Fellows will be hosted at the World Bank in Washington, D.C. for 8 months (September to May each year) and work under the supervision of researchers in the World Bank’s Development Impact Evaluation (DIME) and Development Research Group departments, engaging in high-quality and policy-relevant research projects.
The RSMFP offers a competitive compensation, totaling $42,750 net of income taxes per fellow for an 8-month fellowship (paid in monthly installments). Since the fellows will be hosted at the World Bank in Washington D.C., the World Bank’s HR Operations unit will assist the selected candidates with their application for G4 visa.
Note: The fellowship does not cover travel expenses.
No than 35 years of age (by June 30th of the year the fellowship starts) .
Available to relocate to Washington, D.C. for the duration of the fellowship.
Applications for the fellowship are open annually between March and April for cohorts starting in September of the same year. The statement of research interests should describe research interests and indicate the research programs of interest within DEC. Fellowships will be awarded based on application materials and demonstrated skills in required software. Cohort formation will seek to achieve geographical and gender representation.
High School
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US citizen
REQUIREMENTS
Resume
Statement of research interests
Letter of recommendation
Writing sample in English (optional)
Code samples (optional)
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Master/Graduate, Phd
Economics
Social Sciences and Studies
OTHER INFORMATION
Male/Female
Monthly
Other
Not Applicable
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Medium
CONTACT
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