With the support of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), the ICGEB offers early-career researchers from ICGEB Member States in Africa a six-month training opportunity at ICGEB laboratories in Italy, India, or South Africa.
This program allows participants to research pathogen detection and biosecurity within the BIO-GUARD framework.
Topics:
- Molecular virology and pathogen detection
- Diagnostics development and bioinformatics
- Laboratory biosafety and biosecurity principles
- Genomic sequencing and synthetic biology
The Fellowship includes:
- Stipend, health insurance, and travel
- Access to ICGEB’s advanced laboratories and mentorship
- Immersion in a top-class international scientific environment
- Networking opportunities with leading scientists and institutions
Women scientists are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must be early/mid-career scientists in human or animal health (virology, microbiology, or related biological sciences) with a strong research background in infectious diseases, diagnostics, or biosafety/biosecurity. They must be affiliated with a research institute, university, or public health laboratory in their home country and demonstrate a commitment to applying newly acquired knowledge in their institution.
Applicants should contact the ICGEB Group Leader through a motivation letter to ascertain lab space availability and to develop a research project proposal. A written statement from the ICGEB Group Leader you have contacted and who is willing to support your project is mandatory to apply.
Closing date for application: 31 March 2025