COSS PhD Scholarship: The College of Social Sciences (CoSS) invites applications for a PhD scholarship focusing on the dynamics of earmarked funding in international development organizations. This research aims to explore the implications and challenges of donor influence on development effectiveness, particularly concerning financial strains on International Development Organizations (IDOs).
COSS PhD Scholarship – Power, Purse, and Policy: Understanding Donor Influence in Global Development
Designation:
PhD Candidate
Research Area:
International Political Economy & Development
Location:
College of Social Sciences, University of Glasgow
Eligibility/Qualification:
- A strong Master’s degree (or overseas equivalent) in Political Economy, International Relations, Development Studies, Economics, or a related field.
- Demonstrable interest in the topic area.
- Ability to study part-time or full-time.
- Experience with quantitative research methods (e.g., statistical analysis, working with datasets), with training available if needed.
Desirable: Experience working with global financial institutions, development organizations, or in policy work.
Job Description:
The scholarship supports a full-time PhD program over three years starting in January 2026. The selected candidate will address research gaps in the politics of IDO resourcing and its influence on international cooperation and development effectiveness. Projects should employ diverse methods to critically engage with the subject.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must apply via the Scholarships Application Portal, providing the following documentation:
- CoSS PhD Scholarship Application form (Word format).
- Academic transcripts (Undergraduate and Master’s, provisional accepted).
- Academic prizes.
- Contact details for two referees (ideally one academic and one professional).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Please ensure your referees are ready to submit their references by the application deadline, as late submissions will not be considered.
Last Date to Apply:
07 November 2025
References due no later than 14 November 2025
For any inquiries, please contact Professor Bernhard Reinsberg.
