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Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Cyber Information Influence

Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Cyber Information Influence

Funded by Adelaide University

About the Award

The Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Cyber Information Influence (funded by Adelaide University) supports exceptional U.S. researchers in the field of cyber-mediated information influence to undertake related research in Australia.

The successful applicant will undertake collaborative trans-disciplinary research with like-minded experts at Adelaide University for 5-6 months. The Distinguished Chair will engage with faculty, staff and students through guest lectures, seminars, and one-on-one interactions and will explore long-term collaborations and institutional linkages between their home institution and Adelaide University. Opportunities for collaborative research exist in the disciplines of international security, cognitive and social psychology, mathematics, linguistics, and cyber-AI. Scholars are encouraged to collaborate with the host institution and conduct workshops or short seminars but should not teach intensive seminars or coursework.

Contact Information

To discuss potential projects and negotiate a Letter of Invitation please contact the Defence and Security Institute via [email protected]

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Outreach and Recruitment: Institute of International Education (IIE), East Asia and the Pacific enquiries: [email protected]

Eligibility

General Criteria

Must be a U.S. citizen.

Must not be a dual citizen of Australia.

Must be residing in the U.S. at the time of application (exceptions may apply – please see Eligibility and Conditions).

Must not have already commenced this project in Australia.

Award Criteria

Must include a Letter of Invitation from Adelaide University.

Must be at full professor level with relevant disciplinary experience

Must propose a project in Cyber Information Influence

Benefits

Monthly Stipend:

for a maximum period of 6 months (minimum 5 months).

International Travel Allowance:

Round-trip, economy class airfare directly to and from the scholar’s home city and the city of the host institution (capped at AUD$4,000).

Domestic Conference Travel Allowance:

To assist with visits to other Australian institutions.

Australian Medicare:

Eligibility to apply for coverage (awardee only, not dependents).

Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges (ASPE):

A limited Health Benefits Plan designed by the U.S. Department of State and administered by Seven Corners, Inc. Please note this plan is NOT an insurance policy.