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Sir Thomas Davis Te Patu Kite Rangi Ariki Health Research Fellowship
Scholarship details
| Study levels | PhD |
|---|---|
| Value | The total value of the fellowship is $300,000 over two years, comprising a total of $100,000 for research expenses and $100,000 per annum for salary and all other associated costs. |
| Close date | Friday, 13 July 2018 |
| Ethnicities | Pasifika/Pacific |
About the scholarship
The Health Research Council of New Zealand (HRC) recognises that improvement in Pacific health and wellbeing continues to be one of the government's main health gain areas. The HRC contributes to improving Pacific health through funding and supporting high quality research and investing in the Pacific health research workforce.
The Sir Thomas Davis Te Patu Kite Rangi Ariki Health Research Fellowship to support high quality Pacific health research in priority areas. The fellowship will contribute towards achieving better health outcomes for Pacific people, families and communities.
How To Apply
Download an Application form and other related documents here.
Entry requirements
• Applicants should be New Zealand citizens or hold New Zealand residency at the time of application.
• Applicants must have held a PhD or an equivalent degree for a minimum of four years but no more than eight years. The applicant’s track record is assessed relative to opportunity.
• Applicants who have been awarded more than one HRC Project as First Named Investigator, or equivalent support (value/term) are not eligible.
• Usually successful applicants will be involved full-time in research. The HRC will however consider applicants wishing to undertake part-time research. In this case, applicants must be involved in research for a minimum of 0.5 FTE and the maximum duration of the Research Fellowship will remain at three years.