Hours: Full-time
Duration: 12 months
Location: Vancouver (with some exceptions)
Start date: February 1, 2025

The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) is an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to strengthening Canada's relations with Asia. We are accepting applications for a Research Scholar (RS) to support our research on the South Asian region and Canadas engagement in the region.

The Research Scholar will join APF Canada's research team and work directly with a Program Manager. The successful candidate will:

• Contribute to research and programming on the South Asian region, which includes Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, with a focus on foreign policy and security issues (traditional and non-traditional security, maritime, security, etc.), regional co-operation, and conflict in South Asia and in the Indo-Pacific region, or related areas;
• Develop their skills in policy research, writing, and analysis.
• Assist in organizing events, dialogues, and other program co-ordination tasks.

Successful applicants will have the following qualifications

• Interest and experience in researching contemporary South Asian politics and geopolitics;
• M.A. (or equivalent) in Political Science, International Relations, International Development, Sociology, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field (exceptional candidates with a B.A. or equivalent will also be considered);
• Proficiency in a major South Asian language (desired);
• Excellent written communication skills;
• Strong teamwork and collaborative skills, ability to adapt, innovate, work in a fast-paced environment.

Eligibility

Selected candidates must:

• Be recent (less than two years) graduates of their degree program or nearing completion of their degree.
• Have completed their post-secondary studies at a Canadian university, or be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who completed their graduate studies either in Canada or overseas. (Priority is given to Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents.) International students may be considered should they qualify, provided they hold a valid work permit for the duration of the scholarship term to establish their legal status in Canada.
  

Grant Amount

The Research Scholars grant allowance will be $44,400.00 for the 12-month duration of the term, disbursed quarterly. Research Scholars needing to relocate from outside of B.C. may be eligible for a one-time payment of an additional $1,000. (Note: The Research Scholarship opportunity is not considered regular employment; remuneration is provided through a grant.)

Application

Applicants should submit the following documents MERGED in ONE single PDF file. Incomplete application will

not be considered.

• Rsum
• Cover letter detailing the applicant's fit with the fellowship requirements and why they are interested in this opportunity.
• Sample of applicants written work of no more than 10 pages in English (a URL link to a sample is also acceptable).
• Name, title, and contact information (email and phone number) for two academic or professional references. References will only be contacted if the applicant is short-listed for the role.
• Optional: A copy of the applicant's university transcript(s) (scanned or electronic).

The application deadline is January 19, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (PT). Please ensure your application is complete prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please add [email protected] to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.

For questions, please contact the Program Manager, South Asia, Ms. Suvolaxmi Dutta Choudhury, at [email protected].

Guidelines on the Fair Use of AI

At the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, we recognize that AI is becoming an integral part of our daily lives, and we see its potential to enhance innovation, streamline processes, save time, and ultimately amplify our mission. All applications are reviewed by a human. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of age, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national or Indigenous origin, family or marital status, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation or socio-economic status.

We view AI as a tool to support creativity throughout your job search when used for such things as polishing resums or cover letters. However, should your application progress to the interview phase, please ensure that any AI tools are turned off during interviews. Otherwise, we will not be able to assess your ability to showcase original ideas or get a true sense of your skills and passion for joining the Foundation.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but due to the anticipated high volume of applications, we will only be able to reach out to those who best meet the qualifications and requirements for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. Thank you for your understanding.

Furthermore, submitting your application in response to our call for application is deemed to be consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of assessing your suitability for the grant program. APF Canada respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.