VESKI Innovation Fellowships

Victorian Endowment for Science, Knowledge and Innovation (VESKI)offers the VESKI Innovation Fellowships (Non-Australian) to outstanding individuals who are not Australian citizens, but who may wish to undertake research in Victoria.

They must demonstrate that they will bring outstanding skills and specialized expertise to the Victorian community.

Successful individuals can receive up to AUD$50,000 per annum for a maximum of five years.

These funds must be matched with financial funding and in-kind contributions from a host organization such as an academic or research institution or company.

The VESKI Innovation Fellowships (Non Australian) are open to individuals who meet the following criteria in fields of science, technology and design specifically relating to innovative technology, biotechnology, design, advanced manufacturing, environmental technologies, or the enabling sciences and technologies.

In addition to the above named fields; the Call for Applications encourages submissions in the areas of:

Clinical Research focusing on Health Outcomes

Renewable Energy Generation & Demand Management. Eligibility criteria

Have worked overseas for the past 12 months

Matched funding organized (or able to organize) from a host organization

Outstanding achievement and capabilities in the fields of science, technology or design

The Fellowship must be taken up within one year of the award. Assessment Criteria and Selection

The Selection Panel will assess applications against the following key criteria:

Outstanding achievement in their field

International recognition and standing in their peer group

Potential to contribute to fostering an innovative culture in Victoria

Potential development of an industry sector

Potential for public benefit

Capacity to disseminate the skills and knowledge throughout Victoria.

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