African STARS Fellowship Programme: Fully Funded Opportunities for Early-Career Scientists; March 9, 2025
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Introduction
Are you an ambitious scientist or innovator in Africa looking to advance your expertise in genomics, diagnostics, or vaccine development? The African STARS Fellowship Programme is offering two fully funded training opportunities designed to empower young professionals and researchers in Africa.
The Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University (South Africa) and the Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD) (Senegal) invite applications for the Advanced and Translational Training (ATT) Fellowship and the Young Professional Programme (YPP) Fellowship.
These fellowships provide hands-on training, mentorship, and career development opportunities for early-career professionals committed to advancing science and public health in Africa.
1. Advanced and Translational Training (ATT) Fellowship
Who Should Apply?
This 4-month fully funded fellowship is ideal for early-career scientists with a passion for:
- Genomics for public health
- Genomic diagnostic design
- Vaccine & biomanufacturing
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify, applicants must:
✔ Be born in and/or residing in Africa
✔ Be 35 years or younger
✔ Have a background in a relevant field (BSc required, MSc/PhD preferred)
✔ Show strong leadership potential and commitment to Africa’s scientific growth
✔ Be fluent in English or French (both are an advantage)
Fellowship Benefits:
- Fully funded training (travel, visa, & accommodation)
- Monthly stipend
- Mentorship & leadership development
- Access to an exclusive alumni network
Application Deadline: 31 March 2025
2. Young Professional Programme (YPP) Fellowship
Who Should Apply?
This 12-month fully funded fellowship is ideal for individuals seeking hands-on experience in:
- Research management
- Innovation and entrepreneurship
- Infectious diseases R&D for diagnostics
- Leadership and business skills
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify, applicants must:
✔ Be born in and/or residing in Africa
✔ Be 35 years or younger
✔ Have a background in a relevant field (BSc required, MSc/PhD preferred)
✔ Show strong leadership potential and commitment to Africa’s scientific growth
✔ Be fluent in English or French
✔ Women are strongly encouraged to apply
Fellowship Benefits:
- Fully funded training (travel, visa, & accommodation)
- Monthly stipend
- Mentorship & leadership development
- Access to an exclusive alumni network
Application Deadline: 31 March 2025
Why Apply for the African STARS Fellowship?
✔ Gain cutting-edge skills in genomics, diagnostics, and vaccine development
✔ Receive world-class mentorship from leading experts in Africa
✔ Join a network of top researchers and innovators across the continent
✔ Contribute to Africa’s scientific and public health advancements
How to Apply
Don’t miss out! Apply before 31 March 2025.
Start your application today: starsfellows.africa/apply
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