GSIPM

The Bernard Schwartz Fellows Program seeks to contribute to a better understanding of policy challenges and opportunities related to the growing importance of Asia in the international political arena and global economy. The program selects highly qualified professionals to serve as resident Fellows at Asia Society’s headquarters in New York City or its office in Washington, D.C. for up to one year. During the course of their residencies, Fellows direct a major and original policy project of their own design, including writing a policy relevant publication for Asia Society.

Additionally, Asia Society relies on Fellows to provide in-house expertise via the media. Opportunities to present their work and/or participate in panel discussions, conferences, and other events at the Society’s Centers in the United States and Asia are also arranged. In these ways, Fellows play an important role in the Society’s mission of promoting policy dialogue and public education on Asia.

The application process is highly competitive. Candidates are drawn from the fields of government, academia, journalism, business, and civil society. Nominations are by invitation or by application. The defining qualifications for Bernard Schwartz Fellows are a solid record of distinction, a soundly conceived project proposal with clear policy relevance, and a commitment to engaging the policy community and the broader public. The Program does not fund pre- or postdoctoral research or work toward a degree.

Purpose:
Asia Society’s Bernard Schwartz Resident Fellows Program seeks to help meet the large and growing need for nuanced dialogue on critical issues related to the growing importance of Asia in the international political arena and global economy. The program selects highly qualified and established professionals to serve as Resident Fellows at Asia Society’s headquarters in New York City or in its Washington, D.C. Center for up to 12 months.

Responsibilities:
Bernard Schwartz Fellows engage in the following activities:

• Direct a major and original policy project of own design, including writing a policy relevant publication for Asia Society, such as a report or other policy-related publication(s);
• Speak regularly to print and television media in the U.S. and Asia on issues in areas of expertise as well as on topics broader than expertise area;
• Contribute stories and writings regularly for major Asian or U.S. publications in the form of op-eds and other articles, as well as contribute writings regularly to the Asia Society website;
• Participate in public events at Asia Society in New York and Washington, D.C., with additional potential speaking opportunities at other Asia Society Centers globally;
• Provide advice to the organization in the conceptualization and organizing of ongoing projects and public programs and/or briefings, including planning, directions, and potential speakers, as appropriate; and
• Participate in activities related to Asia Society’s community of Fellows, including Associate Fellows, and network of partner institutes.

Requirements:
Bernard Schwartz Fellows are selected from among the most respected leaders/thinkers from Asia and the United States. Candidates are drawn from a variety of fields, including government, academia, business, civil society, and journalism. Nominations are accepted. The defining qualification for Bernard Schwartz Fellows is a solid record of distinction and a commitment to engaging the policy community and the broader public in a better understanding of Asia. Candidates should be media-savvy and must be comfortable in speaking to print and television (including live) media. A minimum of 10 years of experience is required; this is a senior level position.

How to apply:
Applications and nominations for the 2012 Bernard Schwartz Fellows are currently being accepted. Interested applicants who meet the profile and qualifications outlined above should send a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, and a project proposal to Johan Kharabi at globalpolicy@asiasociety.org with the subject line “2012 Bernard Schwartz Fellow Application.” For more information, please click here.