ASA/NSF/BLS Fellowships
American Statistical Association
Deadline: January 8.
To improve the collaboration between government and academic research. Qualifications: Applicants should have an established research record in their field; they must be employed by a U.S. institution of higher learning or a non-profit institution (IRS code 501(c)(3) entities) and are expected to retain their position for the duration of the fellowship. Selection criteria: Selection will be evaluated on the applicability of the research to BLS programs, the value of the proposed research to science, and the quality of the applicant's research record. How to apply: Applicants must be submit online application form; a curriculum vitae; the names and addresses of three references; a detailed research proposal that includes: a short descriptive project title; an abstract (one-half page or less); a proposed project term (approximate dates); background information on research topic, references, etc.; a statement of relevant work already accomplished; proposed research with sufficient detail for evaluation of expected results; the significance of the expected results; the benefits of the work to BLS; the advantages of conducting the research at BLS; resource requirements (including salary, estimated relocation and travel expenses, and research support). Focus: Government; Statistics.