Deadline:
May 15, 2025
Location(s)
Canada
University of Victoria
Overview
The Centre for Studies in Religion and Society (CSRS) at the University of Victoria welcomes applications from scholars in Canada and abroad for a visiting research fellowship. Fellows typically stay between two to twelve months; however, the centre will consider requests for terms of any length, as approval is conditional on space availability in a given year.
Details
Purpose
To provide research space and an environment conducive to writing and reflection to scholars working on research projects related to religion and society.
Topics
In accord with the centre’s mandate (see: www.csrs.uvic.ca), projects must involve the scholarly study of religion in relation to any aspect of society and culture, both contemporary and historical. This includes, but is not limited to, critical examinations of religious themes in the areas of ethics, health, environment, public policy, technology, human conflict, art, literature, the media, law, philosophy or the natural sciences. We welcome applications from individuals immersed in any academic discipline.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Canadian and international scholars; emeritus scholars; new scholars; scholars on sabbatical leave from their regular academic appointments.
Dates
Deadline: May 15, 2025
Cost/funding for participants
Value
Office space at the CSRS on the University of Victoria campus; access to UVic’s libraries and special collections; enhanced opportunities for research networking and exchange. Fellows will have access to a mailbox located in the CSRS, scanner, and photocopier services, and opportunities to participate in all CSRS social and academic activities to expand applicants’ networks.
This is a non-stipendiary appointment, with no cash value. Successful applicants must secure their own research funding to cover other costs associated with visa applications, health insurance, travel and accommodations. Applicants may be eligible for a travel bursary of up to $1,500CAD. NOTE: Fellows are asked to make their own arrangements for housing, and are encouraged to begin this process well in advance of their visit to Victoria. Please visit this page for advice.
Conditions
Visiting research fellows are expected to be willing to give a public lecture on a theme in the area of their research (time and space permitting), to take advantage of the private office space provided in the centre, and attend the regular activities of the CSRS (e.g., daily informal meetings over coffee and tea to discuss topics related to religion and society, weekly public lectures of other centre fellows). Fellows do not need to participate in all events but are encouraged to be involved in the thriving academic and social life of the centre.
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