Bayreuth University Short-Term Faculty Exchange Program

Bayreuth University is located in Bayreuth, Germany and is a centre of international research promoting interdisciplinary cooperation.

Dates
Bayreuth University's academic calendar runs from October - September.

Program Orientation
Opportunity for independent research or collaboration at Bayreuth University for one month.

Academic Program

Bayreuth University has nine Central Research Institutes
Full range of academic programs in agricultural sciences, arts & letters, basic sciences, engineering, health sciences and social sciences

Housing
Housing is provided in the Bayreuth University Guesthouse and is within a 15 minute walk of campus.

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 Bayreuth University.

How to apply for this Program

Application deadline

Financial Support

OVPIA provides funds to cover the cost of round-trip airfare.
Bayreuth University provides housing, health insurance, and a stipend for meals.

Selection Process

OVPIA will seek a preliminary recommendation from the University Committee on West 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.