International Development Research Centre (IDRC) Research Awards
The IDRC Research Awards provide a one-year, paid opportunity for early-career researchers to conduct independent international development research and gain program management experience at IDRC.
Funder: University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Due Dates: February 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: CA$42,033–CA$48,659 salary for one year; up to CA$15,000 for travel and research expenses
Summary: One-year paid research award for early-career researchers to conduct international development research and gain program management experience at IDRC.
Description
The IDRC Research Awards provide a unique, year-long paid opportunity for early-career researchers to conduct their own research project while gaining hands-on professional experience at the International Development Research Centre (IDRC). Awardees work on topics of their choosing within international development, actively participate in research management, and contribute to the creation and dissemination of knowledge from a global perspective. The program is structured as full-time employment at IDRC, with comprehensive benefits and support for some travel and research expenses.
