Faculty Research Grant

Overview

The Al Qasimi Foundation's Faculty Research Grants are open to current faculty members at recognized tertiary institutions worldwide. They are designed to sponsor faculty conducting field research in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah over the summer or during a sabbatical for up to two (2) months.

Al Qasimi faculty research grant objectives: 

• Provide opportunities for distinguished faculty researchers to conduct innovative, applied research and make a positive impact on the Ras Al Khaimah community
• Foster high-quality research that supports the development of the region's research capacity
• Build a community of scholars and promote collaboration among highly recognized international universities and national institutions in the United Arab Emirates
• Promote cross-cultural exchange that sparks curiosity and new ideas and facilitates understanding

Proposed research must address an education, public policy, or closely related social science issue or question.

• Applicant's proposed research must focus on the United Arab Emirates, and specifically the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. If the research proposal includes other locations, Ras Al Khaimah must be a significant focus for data gathering and analysis.
• Proposed research must have Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval at the applicant's home institution.
• Applicant must be a current faculty member at an accredited tertiary institution who holds a doctorate or other terminal degree.

Faculty Research Grants provide up to 35,000 AED for direct, project-related expenses, such as travel (airfare, car rental, accommodation, living stipend, visa), research assistant support, equipment purchases, translation, event hosting, and printed materials. In addition, the Al Qasimi Foundation provides office space, research support, and administrative assistance.

Recipients are expected to produce a policy paper as part of the Grant, record a podcast, or make at least one presentation to the local research community. They may also be asked to write a blog or record a short video interview regarding their research as part of the Al Qasimi Foundation’s broader communication efforts.

Review generally takes 6-8 weeks based on the volume of submissions received. Applicants should receive an update on the status of their proposal by the end of May 2023.