Scholars Network
A network of researchers, academics, practitioners and students who work on US policy wherever it meets Pakistan’s interests, from the Gulf and the Indo-Pacific to Central Asia, Europe and the multilateral institutions in Washington. Members write, review, speak and research with the Centre.
Who the network is for
The network is open to anyone whose work touches US policy and Pakistan, wherever they are based:
- Researchers and academics at universities and research institutes, in Pakistan, the United States and elsewhere.
- Practitioners in diplomacy, government, development, business, law and the media.
- Graduate students and early-career researchers with a clear research interest in the field.
Membership is free. It is not employment and carries no fee or stipend.
What members can do
- A route to publish with the Centre: dispatches, commentary and policy briefs
- Invitations to roundtables, workshops and events, as a speaker or participant
- Collaboration on research projects, datasets and joint papers
- A listing in the public members directory, if you choose
- Peer review for the CUPA journal and the Centre’s publications
- Contact with colleagues working on the same questions in other regions
What we ask of members
Members are asked to keep their profile current, to tell us about relevant work, and to respond when the Centre invites them to contribute. Taking part is voluntary: you choose the requests you accept.
Everything published with the Centre goes through its editorial process and follows its standards on accuracy, sourcing and disclosure of interests.
How it works
Apply
Fill in the form below with your CV and a short bio. It takes about ten minutes.
Review
Every application is read by the Centre’s research team.
Welcome
Approved members receive a welcome email and, if they opted in, appear in the directory.
Take part
We get in touch when a project, event or review matches your expertise.
Questions and answers
Who can join?
Researchers, academics, practitioners and students working on US policy and Pakistan, anywhere in the world.
Is there a fee?
No. Membership is free, and it is not a paid position.
Do I need a PhD?
No. We welcome graduate students, early-career researchers and practitioners as well as senior scholars.
Will my details be public?
Only if you tick the box to be listed, and only your name, position, institution, country and areas of expertise. Your email address and CV are never published.
Can I leave the network?
Yes, at any time. Write to us and we will remove your listing and delete your application on request.
Apply to join
It takes about ten minutes. Have your CV ready as a PDF. Fields marked with an asterisk are required.