지원 대상 및 대상 국가

• 지원 대상 : 해외대학 또는 연구소에 재직중인 자 (한국 국적자 제외)
• 대상 국가 : 한국 제외 모든 국가

신청자격

• 박사학위를 소지한 해외 소재 대학의 교수 또는 연구원
• 미주/유럽 국적의 이공계 포스트닥
• 신청마감일 기준, 만 50세 이하 원칙

• ※ 영어로 연구수행이 가능해야 하며, 건강상 결격 사유가 없는 자
• ※ 지원 제외 대상 : 한국에서 이미 연구 활동 중인 자, 한국대학 내 정규 강의를 목적으로 하는 자, 한국 국적자

지원분야

• 하단 분야 외 모든 분야 지원가능

• 인문·사회과학

  경제학, 경영학, 정치학, 행정학, 법학, 사회학, 교육학, 심리학, 인류학, 언론정보학, 지리학, 역사학, 철학, 문학

• 정보통신

  전기전자공학, 통신 공학,
  컴퓨터공학 등

• 생명과학

  생화학, 생물공학, 생태학,
  면역학, 유전자공학 등

• 에너지

  석유화학 등

신청절차

• 신청자격 확인

  본 사이트에서
  신청자격을 확인합니다

• 온라인 신청서 작성
• 임시비밀번호 획득

  이메일을 입력해 신청기간에만 사용 가능한 임시 비밀번호를 획득합니다. (임시비밀번호는 신청서에서 변경 가능합니다.)

• 신청내용 입력

  신청에 필요한 사항들을 입력하고 연구계획서를 첨부합니다.

• 추가서류 온라인제출

  필수 제출 서류를 업로드하고 추천교수에게 추천서 작성을 요청합니다.

• 심사 진행

  심사는 전공심사, 종합심사로 진행됩니다.

• ※ 신청 시, 국내 연구협력기관이 확정된 경우 협력확인서를 첨부할 수 있으며, 선발이 확정된 후에는 협력학자와 연락하여 국내협력기관을 확약해야 합니다.

선발일정

• 원서접수 : 매년 11월초 부터 다음해 2월 중순까지
• 결과발표 : 동년 4월 초

지원내용

• 연구비(생활비) : 350만원/월
• 논문비 : 100만원/최종결과보고서 제출 후 1회
• 연구성과 인센티브 : $2,000 ~ $5,000 (SSCI, AHCI, SCI 등재 학술지 논문 게재시)
  $1,000 (국내 한국연구재단 등재지 논문 게재시)
• 입국지원비 : 100만원/1회
• 왕복항공료 및 의료보험 지원

• ※ 연구장려금은 귀국 후 2년 이내, 최종현학술원 ISEF 프로그램 수혜 사실을 명시한 논문에 한하며, 학술지의 영향력과 저자의 기여도를 고려, 심의하여 지원
• ※ 연구비 지원은 학술원이 제안한 권장 입국일로부터 한달 이내에 한국에 입국하는 경우에 한해 유효함
• ※ 포닥의 경우 심사후 1년 연장가능

연구기간

• 1년 : 선발 후 당해 9월 1일부터 다음해 8월 31일까지
• 6개월 : 선발 후 당해 9월 1일부터 다음해 2월 28일까지 또는 선발 다음해 3월 1일부터 8월 31일까지

성과의무

• 연구보고서(매 분기별) 제출, 최종결과보고서 제출

문의처

• 서울특별시 강남구 테헤란로 211 17층, 최종현학술원
• Tel. 82-2-6310-7813 | Fax. 82-2-6310-7849 | E-mail : isef@chey.org

How to Apply

Read the following instructions carefully before applying

Online Application Process

• Check eligibility
• Receive temporary
  password

  Receive temporary password via e-mail. The password is only valid during application period. (You can change the password from the application page.)

• Complete the online application form

  Fill out the online application form. Fill out the application and submit research proposal.

• Submit additional documents

  Submit supplementary files online. Upload required documents and request recommendation letters from recommenders.

• Confirm submission

01. Before Applying

1) Check your eligibility

• Read “About the International Scholar Exchange Fellowship (ISEF) ” carefully to make sure that you meet all the requirements, such as eligible field of research and Nationality. Those who do not meet such requirements will be rejected without notice.

2) E-mail Authentication

• If you meet all the requirements, click “Apply” at the bottom of the page and authenticate your e-mail. A temporary password will be sent to your e-mail. Click “Apply” from your e-mail and log in using your temporary password. You can change the password from the application page. Using your e-mail and password, you can then fill out, manage, and confirm your application status.

02. Complete the Online Application

1) Complete the application form

• The ISEF application section consists of 4 parts: personal information, education, additional information, and submission of documents. After you complete the first three parts, upload all required documents in the “submission of documents” page.
• All items must be entered in English. Chinese may be entered in some cases, but always along with English.
• Required fields (marked with a red dot) must be entered in order to move to the next item.
• Every question must be answered carefully and completely.
• You can manage your application in “Application History.” Once you submit, you cannot make changes to your application.

2) Submit your research proposal and attach relevant documents

• Research proposals should be attached as a doc, docx, pdf, or ppt file. The file name should be your full name (e.g., Wang Lei.doc).
• Research proposals must be a minimum of four pages (A4, single-spaced), and use Times New Roman (12 point font).
• At the beginning of your proposal, please indicate your full name, affiliation, field of research, and proposed research topic.
• Research proposals should include the following:

• Statement of purpose: Be specific about your academic interest within your field
• Background: Place your research project in an academic context by referencing major works by other scholars in this field. Bibliography may be attached in order to provide the background on your proposed project. Also describe how your proposed research plan is related to your previous study/research, and fits your future academic goals.
• Objectives: Write a clear and detailed description of your proposed research objectives.
• Scope, design, and methodology: Describe the scope, design, and methodology of your proposed research project.
• Schedule: Explain how your project can be completed within the duration of this fellowship.
• Significance: Explain the significance of your proposed project for your academic field, your own professional development, and your home Nationality.
• Dissemination: Describe your plans for disseminating your research findings in your home Nationality and elsewhere.
• Publications: Include a complete list of your publications, translated into English. Use standard citation and bibliographical format.

3) Submit Required Documents

• Please upload a certificate of doctoral degree, a certificate of employment, and two research samples.

4) Recommendation Letters

• Application requires 2 recommendations. Please enter relevant information about the recommenders in your application, and click send. A link will be sent to the e-mail address you listed. You can also re-send requests for recommendation. Once your application is submitted, you cannot change your recommenders.
• Please follow the instructions on the recommendation letter. At least one recommendation should come from a source not affiliated with your institution.
• Recommenders should be in a position to comment on your abilities and qualifications to carry out the stated research project in Korea. Also, they should state the value of your research in relation the teaching responsibilities in your Nationality.
• Recommendation letters may be written in English or Korean.

5) Letter of Research Affiliation, if available at the time of application.

03. Application Deadlinen

End of February. Please refer to the program details for specific dates.
※ The Chey Institute must receive all application materials by the stated deadline.

04. Host Institution in Korea

• Fellows are responsible for finding their host scholars and institutions in Korea. Fellows should inquire if the host institution offers accommodations, such as dormitories or apartments. Prior to arriving in Korea, fellows ust discuss the host scholar's role and involvement in their research.
• Upon selection as an ISEF fellow, you must contact the host institution and scholar immediately to arrange your research affiliation.
• Once your host institution is confirmed, a letter of confirmation from the host institution must be sent to the Chey Institute. The confirmation letter is available for download in “ISEF Archive.”

05. Confirm Submission

• After submitting your application, you can check your application status in “Application History.”

06. Important Notice

• All documents must reach the Chey Institute by the application deadline in order to be considered for the following academic year (September).
• All communications, including questions about your application, must be sent to the Chey Institute.
• Incomplete application may be rejected without notice.
• Submitted documents will not be returned.
• Acceptance may be rescinded if the applicant is found to have provided false information.