Call for Research Fellows – AIReKEMA Project
In collaboration between Carleton University and the regional hubs in East Africa (the Refugee Law Project at Makerere University in Uganda), West Africa (the Centre for Migration Studies at the University of Ghana, and Southern Africa (the University of Zululand in South Africa), AIReKEMA (Advancing Indigenous and Refugee Knowledge on Migration in Africa) will select 12 Research Fellows per year. The successful Research Fellows will be those who have deep experience in or who are conducting research on topics related to migration, refugees, conflict resolution, indigenous knowledge, or local communities’ governance in border regions in Africa.
Eligibility
- Be a postgraduate student (MA or PhD) or early career scholar/community leader with a proven record of engagement in the research themes central to this project
- Have a record of engaging with policy and program issues relating to migration and refugee issues in border areas
- Have a vision for how their experience as a Research Fellow will enhance their ability to advance innovative approaches to improving migration outcomes and fostering peacebuilding in border areas.
Given the objectives of this project, priority will be given to applicants who are members of Indigenous or refugee communities in East, West or Southern Africa. Priority will also be given to candidates who contribute to the regional, gender and other forms of diversity within the cohort.
Application Process
Interested applicants must submit the following to AIReKEMA@carleton.ca:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Research proposal: Maximum 3-pages, single-spaced, that: Articulates the research puzzle to be addressed
- Explains the significance of the research in relation to the project’s goals
- Explains the relationship between the proposed research and the literature
- Details the research question that will guide the research
- Outlines the methodology to be used
- Outlines the timeline for the research to be completed by January 2027
- Names and contact details for three references
Deadline: June 1, 2026