IIASA 2024 Young Scientists Summer Program

IIASA offers a summer program for PhD students to undertake a scientific project on a topic related to the IIASA research agenda. 

• Table of Content
• About International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)
• Young Scientists Summer Program
• Aim and Benefits of Young Scientists Summer Program
• Requirements for Young Scientists Summer Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Young Scientists Summer Program

Aim and Benefits of Young Scientists Summer Program

• Most of the institute's National Member Organizations (NMOs) provide special grants to enable young scientists (either their own nationals or foreign students studying in their country) to  participate in the YSSP.
• The stipend varies slightly among NMOs, but usually it is € 1500 per month plus airfare

Requirements for Young Scientists Summer Program Qualification

• The program is designed for Ph.D. students (ideally about 2 years prior to receiving their Ph.D.) working on a topic compatible with ongoing research at IIASA and a wish to explore the policy implications of their work. Participants will be working under the direct mentorship of an experienced IIASA scientist in a unique interdisciplinary and international research environment. They will produce a paper (serving as the first step towards a publishable journal article) and will get the opportunity to build up contacts for future collaboration within the institute's worldwide network.
• Applicants can choose to work with up to two programs. We strongly encourage to carefully read through all program descriptions before making your decision.
• Applicants from all countries are welcome, although IIASA gives priority to citizens or residents of National Member Organizations (NMO) countries.
• Participation in the YSSP is only possible for one summer (however, you may apply several times) and you will need to be present at the institute (i.e. no fieldwork or working remotely) for the full duration of the program.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit IIASA website.