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Exploring the Prestigious Killam Scholarship: A Legacy of Advanced Education and Research

Table of Content

  1. Overview of Killam Scholarship
  2. Scholarship Summary
  3. Scholarship Coverage
  4. Eligibility Criteria
  5. Application Process

The Killam Scholarship, an enduring tribute to Izaak Walton Killam and his visionary spouse, Dorothy Johnston Killam, continues to support excellence in advanced education and research across Canada. Their shared commitment to nurturing learning and innovation is reflected in the scholarships and fellowships awarded annually at five leading Canadian universities and through the Canada Council for the Arts.

One such prestigious opportunity is the UBC Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, offered by the University of British Columbia. This program, administered by the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Fund for Advanced Studies, aligns with Dorothy Johnston Killam’s wish that recipients would contribute to the development of knowledge and distinguish themselves in their fields.

Scholarship Summary

  • Level of Study: Postdoctoral
  • Institution: University of British Columbia (UBC)
  • Study Location: Canada
  • Focus Areas: Diverse disciplines offered at UBC’s Vancouver and Okanagan campuses
  • Program Duration: One to two years
  • Application Deadline: 24 November 2024

Scholarship Coverage

Recipients of the UBC Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship are granted:

  • An annual stipend of $60,000 for up to two years.
  • A travel research allowance of $4,000 over two years, enabling recipients to advance their studies and research initiatives.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the UBC Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Language: Proficiency in English.
  • Citizenship: Open to applicants from all countries.
  • Must not have pursued PhD-level studies at any UBC campus.
  • Should have completed all PhD requirements within 24 months prior to the anticipated fellowship start date.
  • Must not hold a tenure-track or continuing faculty position at any university or college. Temporary or non-tenure-track faculty are eligible to apply.

Application Process

Follow these steps to submit your application for the Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship:

  1. Prepare Academic Records: Obtain a copy of your original academic records.
  2. Verification by Home University:
    • Submit these records to your home university.
    • Request the university to verify the photocopies as accurate.
    • Ensure the copies are officially stamped and attested.
  3. Submit Documents to UBC:
    • Place the verified copies in sealed envelopes endorsed by the Registrar.
    • Send the sealed envelopes to:
      Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies, Attention: Killam Postdocs, 6371 Crescent Road, Vancouver BC V6T 1Z2.
  4. For Enquiries: Contact killam.fellowships@ubc.ca for further assistance.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply

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