Media Lab Europe Research Associateship Programme
Description
The Media Lab Europe Research Associateship Programme offers applicants
the chance to become immersed in an intense and exciting creative
environment. The programme presents a model of practice-based
research and innovation unique to Europe in which scientific
investigation is undertaken using the methods from the arts and design.
The Lab emphasises the growth and personal development of its
researchers who learn from one another as members of highly
interdisciplinary teams.
During their two-year terms, research associates have many opportunities
to give their ideas concrete shape in the form of artefacts and
applications, which will become the basis for a dialogue with fellow
researchers and the Lab's wider partner community. Research associates
are expected to develop a line of inquiry together with their group
leader and to contribute to the overall research vision of their
group.
In addition to the opportunity to work and learn in this unique and
exciting environment, Media Lab Europe offers research associates an
excellent support and benefits package. The standard position carries
a stipend of EUR 25,000 per annum. The programme also includes an
opportunity to visit and interact with researchers at the MIT Media
Lab.
Who should apply?
We are looking for applicants from across Europe and the world who are
buzzing not only with passion and enthusiasm but who also have a good
basis of technical skills and the desire to learn more in order to
realise their visions at the cutting edge of technology. Applicants
are typically recent graduates possessing at least a bachelors-level
degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the research groups
for which they wish to be considered. Applicants are expected to have
demonstrated a substantial level of commitment and accomplishment in
their areas of concentration prior to applying, with an emphasis on
creative extensions of those domains.
Many successful applicants will have academic backgrounds that can be
described as unorthodox, innovative, or self-generated. Backgrounds
are typically not narrowly technical, but rather consist of a mix of
different disciplines and interests, one or two in which the applicant
will have deep experience. Some applicants will come from art
schools, some from engineering schools, and some from both or neither.
Proficiency in computer programming or electronics design is highly
desirable but not required. Applicants should have a good knowledge
of the English language.
How to apply
Media Lab Europe will screen candidates initially on the basis of
applications submitted through our online application system by the
designated deadline.
The principal components of an application are:
- Basic personal information
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal statement: This statement should give us an
impression of what makes you tick. Who are you? What do you know how
to do? What excites you about Media Lab Europe and the research
groups you wish to apply to? What ideas are you passionate about
pursuing? What research questions are you eager to tackle? Concrete
project proposals are not required. This statement should be a
maximum of one page in length.
- List of research groups you wish to
prioritise for your application
- Two letters of reference: These letters can come from
professors of courses you have taken; supervisors of internships,
practicums, or research; people for whom you worked during summers or
while in school and if appropriate, supervisors of full-time
professional employment...
- Group-specific application materials: Check the information
presented by individual research groups you wish to target for
additional materials that may be required. For example, many groups
require the submission of a portfolio illustrating your previous
projects.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview at the
Lab approximately one month after the stated deadline. It is intended
that the selection process will have been completed in sufficient time
so that all candidates will be informed of the result of their
application no later two months following the original deadline.
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