Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award hosted by Technological University of the Shannon (TUS)
Ireland
Number of recipients
In addition to being a prestigious academic exchange program, the Fulbright Program is designed to expand and strengthen relationships between the people of the United States and citizens of other nations and to promote international understanding and cooperation. To support this mission, Fulbright Scholars may be asked to give public talks, mentor students, and otherwise engage with the host community, in addition to their primary activities.
This award provides an opportunity for a U.S. scholar to undertake teaching and research at the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). The successful scholar will contribute to faculty, curriculum and programme development, undertake a research project designated by the host institution, pursue a research project of their own choosing, and/or undertake a professional or artistic project.
The award focuses on "Sustainability for Modern Living: An Interdisciplinary Study of International Best Practices in Material Selection and Design.
Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Ireland
Three-month award. Preferred start dates are September 2027 or January 2028. Alternative start dates may be considered by mutual agreement between the scholar and the host institution.
Applications are welcome from scholars in Design, Engineering, Fine Arts, Humanities (including Sociology and Anthropology), and Environmental Science, particularly those with expertise in sustainability, climate, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research, applied research, and sustainable living.
Applicants should have an interest in translating research into real-world applications and achieving research impact both within and beyond academia.
The successful scholar will receive TUS International Fellowship status, which will support engagement with the University's research community.
TUS will provide training, institutional support, access to campus facilities, and research training, as appropriate.
The scholar will be hosted by the sponsoring institution and will have the opportunity to collaborate across TUS's multi-campus environment.
All applicants must meet the Program eligibility requirements (click to review the requirements).
Applicants are required to contact the host institution to obtain a letter of invitation in support of their application.
Please contact:
Dr Lisa Moran – lisa.moran@tus.ie
Ms Lorna Walsh – lorna.walsh@tus.ie
Applicants should provide an outline of their proposed project and relevant experience when requesting an invitation.
Applicants should have a strong research and teaching background, particularly in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches with an applied research focus.
Successful applicants should demonstrate experience in collaborative, multi-stakeholder research involving community partners and an interest in translating research into real-world applications.
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Maximum €4,000 per month (note that the stipend will be paid in euros and the approximate USD amount reflects the current exchange rate).
The successful scholar will receive TUS International Fellowship status, providing access to the University's research community and supporting future international collaboration.
TUS will provide training, institutional support, access to campus facilities and research training, as appropriate.
Final grant amounts will be determined prior to the start of the academic year and are subject to the availability of funds. The United States Department of State and the Fulbright Commission in the host country reserve the right to alter, without notice, participating countries, number of awards and allowances.
Ireland
The Fulbright Commission in Ireland seeks and encourages the involvement of all people in its grants. U.S. Fulbright Alumni cite the following bonuses in coming to Ireland: English-speaking; very welcoming; family-friendly; safe; intellectually challenging in a good way; culturally rich and diverse; at the forefront of European community development; and accessible.
Ireland is a friendly, engaging, modern, and vibrant country with centuries of U.S. interaction as part of its DNA. With a highly educated workforce, competitive educational system, and millennia of culture, it is a popular choice for U.S. Scholar and Student applicants.
Ireland can rightly claim to be the most dynamic economy in the EU. We have the youngest population in Europe and one of the most educated workforces in the world — not to mention the most flexible and adaptable: 34% of the population is aged 25 or less (Europe’s youngest workforce). Ireland has a higher percentage of tertiary education, compared to EU average - find out more.
Higher education in Ireland is provided by 13 universities, 12 Technological Universities, 2 Institutes of Technology, multiple Colleges of Further Education, and a number of specialist colleges in art, law, music, public administration, and theology. There are also a significant number of well-funded research centers: see here and culture & heritage for host options.
Most Irish colleges operate on a two-semester academic year: September to December and January to May. A small number of colleges and departments retain three trimesters: October to December, January to March, and April to June. Further information on higher education in Ireland can be found here.
Most higher education institutions are supported by the Irish government; for example, universities and institutes of technology receive more than 90 percent of their income from the state. The Irish government has invested billions of euro in establishing advanced centers of research, world-class research facilities, and programs that are an attractive destination for international exchange visitors (Research Ireland).
The Commission annually offers Irish institutions an opportunity to contribute to the Fulbright Program through a cost-sharing contribution to the Commission's award programs; these arrangements allow the Commission to increase the number of awards available and to maximize institutional involvement in the Program.
In each academic year, the Commission partners with Irish institutions who have agreed, in advance, to cost-share "Sponsored" awards for U.S. Scholars. In addition to the “All Disciplines” awards supported by the Commission, U.S. Scholar proposals within this category will also be considered for cost-sharing by Irish host institutions.
Fore further information please contact the Fulbright Commission in Ireland via email at awards@fulbright.ie.
https://youtu.be/xoE3vxTTKm0 - Country Overview
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The successful scholar will be awarded TUS International Fellowship status and will receive training, institutional support, access to campus facilities and research training, as appropriate