Higher School of Economics (HSE) was established in 1992 on the initiative of renowned Russian economists and leading reformists with the purpose to promote economic and social reforms in Russia.

Program Orientation
Opportunity for independent research or study for one month.

Eligibility
You may apply if you

• Are a tenure-line faculty member (including librarian) or research scientist/scholar at any IU campus. Non tenure-line faculty members whose evaluation criteria for promotion include research or creative activity are also eligible with an explanation in the letter of support from their dean or chair.
• Have a clear research agenda that can be accommodated by HSE.
• Strongly suggested that applicants have pre-existing contacts with researchers/faculty at HSS.

How to apply for this Program

• Online application (see link below)
• Mandatory support documents

Application deadline

• November 16, 2012
• Notification by January 11, 2013

Financial Support

• OVPIA provides funds for the cost of round-trip airfare, housing, and meals and incidentials in line with university policy.
  

Selection Process

• OVPIA will seek a preliminary recommendation from the University Committee on Russian & East European Exchanges.
• A final recommendation from the International Affairs Exchange Review Committee will be required before sending dossiers to partner institutions for final approval.

Proposal Instructions

• Candidates may apply to use positions in a variety of ways.
• We invite proposals to conduct research, consult with colleagues, or offer lectures or short courses.
• Applicants should indicate how their proposals are important to their professional development, the development of a school or departmental affiliation, or the development of the partner institution.
• Research proposals should include an outline of the project and should specifically identify local resources the candidate would employ.
• An applicant who proposes to offer lectures or a short course should provide confirmation that his/her topics are of interest to colleagues at the partner institution.