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March 1, 2005
Visiting Scholar Program, Chicago Center of Excellence in Health Promotion Economics
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Closing Date: February 15 (1st visitorship) or March 1 (2nd visitorship)
The new Chicago Center of Excellence in Health Promotion Economics (CCEHPE) at the University of Chicago and University of Illinois at Chicago seeks applications from scholars wishing to pursue projects in health promotion economics while visiting the CCEHPE. Health promotion economics is defined here as economic analysis of: (i) health behaviors, (ii) the valuation of health promotion initiatives, and (iii) factors underlying and ameliorating health disparities, especially neighborhood and community factors.
Visits from 1 week to 3 months are possible, with stipends available to cover travel and living expenses. Visitors are sought at junior and senior levels and in all disciplines relevant to questions in health promotion economics.
Applicants who wish to apply for the first 3-month visitorship beginning as soon as March 1, 2005 must apply electronically by February 15, 2005 to CCEHPE Assistant Director Martin Zelder. Applications for the second 3-month visitorship are due March 1, 2005. Applications for shorter visits will be accepted and decided on a rolling basis. Applicants must provide a 3-page (or shorter) letter describing their background and interest in the Center.
