Scholars worldwide, including Ugandans, must hold faculty or professional research appointments outside the United States and return afterward. A PhD generally awarded after 1 September 2017 is required. Current doctoral students and postdocs are ineligible. Visa sponsorship depends on the available category.

Scholars undertake a ten-month research appointment around the theme Democracy in Crisis? Fellows contribute to interdisciplinary discussion and Princeton\'s intellectual community.

Benefits
A visiting research appointment, institutional research access and participation in the fellowship\'s academic community. Remuneration follows the individual appointment terms.

Requirements
English cover letter of up to 1.5 pages; CV with publications; three-page research proposal; writing sample of up to fifty pages; and three recommendations. Successful candidates need employer release.

How to apply
Apply through Princeton\'s Interfolio call and ensure all materials and references arrive by 23:59 Eastern Time. Email and postal applications are not accepted.