How to apply for a residency at IAS
The Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS) at UM6P offers a dynamic residency program designed to foster groundbreaking research and intellectual exchange across diverse fields. Rooted in the spirit of innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration, the IAS residency provides scholars, researchers, and thought leaders with the time, space, and resources to develop and refine transformative ideas.
IAS Research Priorities
First evaluation criterion
Candidate’s research experience in general, involvement in international research networks, level of excellence, and specific scientific achievements (a PhD is required for scientists; artistic achievements in the case of an artist residency)..
Second evaluation criterion
Internal coherence of the project, originality in the scientific field (or in the artistic field in the case of an artist residency), and potential impact of the proposed research project.
Third evaluation criterion
Correspondence of the project with one or more of the IAS research priorities.
Residency Conditions at IAS
UM6P, Benguerir Campus
The Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS) at UM6P in Benguerir provides a supportive and well-equipped environment for residents to fully dedicate themselves to their research. The residency includes the following provisions:
Accommodation
Residents will be provided with comfortable housing for the duration of their stay, ensuring a conducive environment for research and intellectual exchange.
Travel Support
The IAS will cover the cost of one round-trip journey from the resident’s place of domicile to Benguerir at the beginning and end of the residency.
Research-Related Travel
If a resident is required to travel as part of an IAS research program or for the promotion of IAS activities, these trips may also be fully funded.
Any exceptional travel outside of the agreed research activities will be at the resident’s own expense unless otherwise specified.
This comprehensive support structure ensures that residents can immerse themselves fully in their research, benefiting from a stimulating academic environment and a well-organized living arrangement.
Required Documents for Application
Applicants for the IAS Residency at UM6P must provide and upload the following documents as part of their application:
• Letter of Intention: A formal statement outlining the applicant’s motivation, objectives, and expected contributions to the IAS community.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV): A comprehensive CV detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, research achievements, publications, and any relevant positions held.
• Personal Publications: Submission of one to four key publications that showcase the applicant’s research expertise and contributions to their field.
• Project Summary: A concise half-page summary providing a clear overview of the proposed research project, highlighting its key objectives and significance.
• Expanded Project Proposal: A detailed research proposal (minimum three pages, maximum ten pages, excluding appendices) elaborating on the project’s context, methodology, expected outcomes, and its relevance to the IAS mission.
These documents are essential for assessing the applicant’s qualifications, research vision, and potential contributionto the IAS community.