Africa CDC Pathogen Genomics Initiative (Africa PGI) Call for Applications for Short-Term Bioinformatics Fellowship Programme; April 5, 2025
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Introduction
The Africa CDC Pathogen Genomics Initiative (Africa PGI), under the Centre for Laboratory Diagnostics and Systems, is pleased to announce 100 short-term fellowships for national public health laboratories and affiliated institutions in African Union Member States. This fellowship program is part of Africa CDC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen and expand the bioinformatics workforce across the continent. The fellowship program aims to enhance the bioinformatics capacity of public health practitioners in Africa through intensive short courses, enabling them to effectively analyze and interpret genomic data for public health decision-making.
Objective:
The fellowship aims to enhance the bioinformatics capacity of public health practitioners in Africa, through intensive short courses enabling them to effectively analyze and interpret genomic data for public health decision-making.
Eligibility Criteria:
• Public health practitioners from national public health institutions and national reference labs in African Union member states.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., molecular biology, medical bioscience).
• Demonstrated interest and experience in bioinformatics and public health.
• Below 35 Years of age.
How to Apply
Public health practitioners from African Union Member States—this is your chance to gain cutting-edge expertise in bioinformatics analysis, pathogen surveillance, and data-driven decision-making.
Be part of Africa’s health transformation and apply by 20 April 2025: ow.ly/v5WG50Vv7xA
For any inquiries, contact: [email protected]
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