PhD Studentships at Maynooth University: Maynooth University, Ireland, invites expressions of interest for two fully-funded PhD studentships under the MobiliseCare research project led by Professor Mary Gilmartin. The project aims to redefine migration by exploring how care is practiced towards and with migrants. Two distinct PhD projects are available, focusing on the relationship between migration and care in Ireland (PhD Project 1) and the national and transnational care work of two organizations based in Ireland (PhD Project 2). Successful applicants will join the Structured PhD program in the Department of Geography, receiving an annual stipend of €19,000 plus tuition fees for up to 4 years, along with additional research and travel expenses.
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| Study Area: Geography, Migration Studies |
| Scholarship Description: Fully-funded PhD studentships under the MobiliseCare research project at Maynooth University |
| Eligibility: First class or upper second-class undergraduate degree, Masters degree in relevant disciplines, proficiency in English |
| Required Documents: Cover letter, CV, writing sample, subject header “MobiliseCare PhD” |
| How to Apply: Submit required materials by email to mary.gilmartin@mu.ie by December 11, 2023 |
| Last Date: December 11, 2023 |
Study Area: Geography, Migration Studies
Scholarship Description: Maynooth University offers two fully-funded PhD studentships under the MobiliseCare research project led by Professor Mary Gilmartin. The research aims to redefine migration by examining acts of care towards migrants. The available PhD projects include investigating the relationship between migration and care in Ireland (PhD Project 1) and exploring the national and transnational care work of two organizations based in Ireland (PhD Project 2). Successful applicants will be enrolled in the Structured PhD program in the Department of Geography, benefiting from an annual stipend, tuition fees, and additional research support.
Eligibility: Essential:
- First class or upper second-class undergraduate degree in geography or a related discipline
- Masters degree in geography or a related discipline
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Ability to work effectively as part of a research team
Desirable:
- Training or expertise in qualitative and quantitative methodologies
- Interest or knowledge of migration
- Experience in presenting and publishing research
- Willingness to undertake fieldwork in and beyond Ireland
- Strong organizational skills
Required Documents:
- Cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining interest, achievements, and experience, specifying the preferred PhD project
- CV with names and contact details of two academic referees
- Writing sample (e.g., section of research dissertation)
- Use subject header “MobiliseCare PhD”
How to Apply: Submit required materials by email to mary.gilmartin@mu.ie by midnight on December 11, 2023. Late applications will not be accepted.
Last Date: 11 December 2023
Further information:
- Maynooth University Department of Geography
- Maynooth University Social Sciences Institute
- Maynooth University
- Email Professor Mary Gilmartin for an informal discussion: mary.gilmartin@mu.ie
