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The Institute of Southeast Asian Studies (ISEAS), Singapore, invites applications for Visiting Fellowships in Indonesia Studies.INDONESIA STUDIESPreference will be given to candidates who have done or can work on projects associated with one or more of the following themes:Political and economic dynamics associated with decentralization.The social, political and economic roles of the middle class.Regional capital and their influence on Indonesian politics.The political and economic roles of the Chinese in contemporary Indonesia.Assessing the state and challenges of Indonesia’s education system.Other requirementsApplicants must have received their Ph.D. degree no earlier than 1 August 2009, in any area of the humanities or social sciences (especially economics, political science/government, sociology and anthropology). The successful applicant is expected to start no later than 2 January 2015 and must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. degree at the point of employment.Fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia is required, along with good communications, networking and interpersonal skills.ResponsibilitiesDepending on the expertise of the candidate, he or she will be conducting one or two projects related to the themes listed above. Visiting Fellows are also expected to contribute to ISEAS in the following ways:Monitor economic, political and/or social cultural trends in Indonesia.Write for a range of ISEAS publishing outlets such as ISEAS e-publications, Working Papers, academic journals and books.Contribute to ISEAS collective research efforts.Fellowship BenefitsAn all-inclusive and fixed monthly stipend commensurate with qualifications and experience.A monthly housing subsidy (applicable to non-Singaporeans only).Term of each fellowship is 12 months.ApplicationPlease submit one original and three copies of a complete application consisting of the following:Cover letter (1 page)Research Statement (elaborating on what you think are the key questions to be examined in Indonesia Studies for the next 3-5 years; 300-500 words)Research Plan (for one or two projects; each plan should address the research question, methodology and timeline; 3 pages each, double-spaced)Dissertation abstract and table of contentsCurriculum vitaeOfficial transcript of grades and certified copy of Ph.D. degree (if degree is not in hand at time of application, a letter is needed from the thesis supervisor stating the expected date of completion)Two letters of recommendation (sealed and signed; original copy only)Enquiries: Please contact Mr Ang Swee Loh (sweeloh@iseas.edu.sg).Please send application package by 15 September 2014 to:Mr Ang Swee LohDeputy Head of AdministrationInstitute of Southeast Asian Studies30 Heng Mui Keng TerraceSingapore 119614(Only short-listed candidates will be notified)