FRED H. BIXBY
FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility Requirements  

The deadline for applications was 15 January 2009.

Candidates must have recently completed (within the last five years)—or anticipate completing by 30 June 2009—a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in the social sciences, public health, or biomedical sciences. All applicants should have previous direct experience with either biomedical research, program research, or policy-relevant social science research (preferably with one or more peer-reviewed publications). Candidates with master's-level degrees in public health or a related field may be eligible if they have considerable skills, background, experience, and publications, including 2–3 years of relevant job experience post-master's.

Applicants must be legal citizens of a developing country and be proficient in English. 

A key consideration in the selection of Fred H. Bixby fellows is the congruence of research interests between the applicant and a Population Council staff mentor in the office of residence. Mentors have identified possible project ideas on which they feel they can collaborate with fellows. To identify potential mentors, applicants may view:

• Population Council Program Areas

• Mentors' Locations and Program Affiliations

Duration
The initial term of appointment is one year, with an option for a second year's renewal with the mutual agreement of the Population Council and the fellow. The fellowship is a full-time commitment, meaning no additional research, studies, or work may be pursued for the duration of the fellowship. 

Terms
Awards consist of a monthly stipend, health insurance, attendance at one international professional meeting (including travel) per annum, and a notebook computer to be used for the duration of the fellowship. The fellow is responsible for all local accommodations and living costs. Fellows will be provided with office space in the Council's office, plus access to office support facilities.

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