USA Global Young Academy Call for New Members – Apply Here 2023/2024- How to Apply
USA Global Young Academy Call for New Members – Apply Here 2023/2024- The GYA is a global organisation that places a high value on its diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Applications are sought from young, independent scholars who combine the highest level of research excellence with a demonstrated passion for delivering impact.
USA Global Young Academy Call for New Members – Apply Here 2023/2024
Research: The call is open to all scholars working in any research-based discipline, including the natural, physical and social sciences, as well as the arts and humanities.
Excellence: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a high level of excellence in their discipline, ascertained by a proven track record and expected future achievements. Moreover, applicants must demonstrate a clear commitment to making a difference in society. PhD or equivalent is a requirement for applicants.
Impact: The Global Young Academy is committed to a broad range of programmes around the world to support young scholars, promote science to a broad audience, engage in policy debate, and foster international and interdisciplinary collaboration. Applicants should provide evidence of interest or experience in one or more of these areas.
Age/career point: Applicants should be in the early to middle years of their independent careers, i.e. approximately 7 years from PhD and aged 30-40. Applicants falling outside these ranges are still invited to send their applications with a justification for why they should be considered.
Expectations: Each GYA member is expected to attend the GYA Annual General Meeting each year and is also expected to actively contribute to one or more of the organisation’s programmes (working groups and committees), which may include participation in policy development, promotion of National Young Academies, supporting science outreach and education at the national and international levels, and the young scientist ambassador programme.
The GYA is an active organisation, and being a member requires a time commitment of 4 hours a month on each member’s part. In the event that applicants are selected as new GYA members, they should be available to attend the next Annual General Meeting, which is scheduled for 7 May – 10 May 2024 in Washington, D.C., USA.
Application Process
Applications should be completed personally by the candidate and must be accompanied by a letter of support. Completing the application takes about 30 minutes, the form can be saved at any time and processed later. So that you can prepare well, you can find here essay questions in advance as a download.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Global Young Academy
Application Deadline: 20 September 2023,