2022 Opportunities
A list of archived opportunities for the year 2022.
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January 2022
Call for Applications 2022-23 Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Programme. The Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity programme is seeking residential and non-residential fellows to participate in modules dedicated to understanding and challenging social and economic inequalities. Residential fellows will also undertake a full-time, one-year MSc in Inequalities and Social Science at the London School of economics. Applicants living in the Global South are especially encouraged. . Benefits include full tuition fees, an £19,000 stipend to cover living costs for residential fellows, and a £10,000 grant to support project work for non-residential fellows. (Deadline: 10 January)
Call for Applications International Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology WE-STAR Fellowships 2022. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) and the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) are accepting applications for a 6- to 12-month Fellowship programme to perform research work on biotechnology and related fields, including Health (Infectious Diseases and Non-Communicable Diseases), Sustainable and Effective Agriculture, Industrial Biotechnology and Renewable Energy at the ICGEB laboratories in Trieste (Italy), New Delhi (India) and Cape Town (South Africa). Applicants must be early-career women scientists who are nationals of ICGEB member states in the African continent and are enrolled in or have completed their PhD programmes. Benefits include a monthly stipend of up to Euro 1300 for PhD students or Euro 2000 for postdoctoral fellows as well as coverage of travel expenses. (Deadline 28 January)
February 2022
Call for Applications Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa: 2022 Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship. The Social Science Research Council is accepting applications for the Next Generation Social Science Research in Africa Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship, which aims to support dissertation research on peace, security and development topics. Applicants must be citizens of a sub-Saharan African country, must hold master’s degrees, and must be current or prospective PhD Students enrolled in or affiliated with an institution in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, or Uganda. Benefits include support for research costs of up to US$3,000 and two workshops each year designed to help fellows create networks, develop and strengthen their research questions and methods, engage key literature in their fields, and finalize their doctoral research proposals. (Deadline: 1 February 2022)
Call for Applications Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa: 2022 Postdoctoral Writing Fellowship. The Social Science Research Center is accepting applications for its Next Generation Social Science Research in Africa Postdoctoral Writing Fellowship, which aims to support the completion of doctoral degrees focused on peace, security, and development topics. Applicants must be citizens of a sub-Saharan African country, must hold a doctoral degree from and be currently affiliated with an accredited university in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, or Uganda and must be a past recipient of at least one Next Generation Social Sciences Doctoral Dissertation fellowship. Benefits include stipend of up to US$3,000. (Deadline: 1 February 2022)
Call for Applications ISNAD-Africa Mentoring for Research Programme 2022. The International Support Network for African Development’s (ISNAD-Africa) Mentoring for Research Programme (MRP) is accepting applications from postgraduate (master’s and doctoral) students in any discipline at African universities who are conducting research on sustainable energy, environment, climate change, and other green growth topics for their theses . Benefits include support from a mentor to structure your research, support to communicate your research with relevant stakeholders, and full-funding for the best-performing mentees to participate in a one-month residential UNEP/UNESCO/BMU International Short Course on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency in Dresden, Germany. (Deadline: 5 February)
Call for Applications British Institute in East Africa (BIEA) 2022 Research Fellowship for Early Career East African Researchers. The British Institute in East Africa is accepting applications for a one-year Research Fellowship Programme at their research hub in Nairobi, Kenya. Eligible applicants must be early career researchers in humanities and social sciences from the East African Community (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda) who have successfully completed their doctoral studies within the last 5 years. (Deadline: 15 February)
Call for Applications The World Bank Group-Africa Education Fellowship Programme. The World Bank Group-Africa is accepting applications for its Education Fellowship, which will allow participants to work with the World Bank to prepare them for careers in development, international institutions, and so on. Applicants must be Sub-Saharan Africa nationals who are either Master’s degree holders with three to four years of relevant experience, Ph.D. candidates in their last year of enrollment, or recent graduates within three years of Ph.D. completion focusing on research, economic policy, technical assistance, and/or lending operations that contribute to the WBG goal of eliminating poverty and increasing shared prosperity. Benefits include six-months hands-on experience at the World Bank Group headquarters in Washington- D.C. (Deadline: 28 February)
March 2022
Call for Applications The Eisenhower Fellowship 2022 Program for Global Mid- Career Professionals. The Eisenhower Fellowship 2022 Program for Global Mid- Career Professionals is accepting applications for a mixed in-person and virtual five-week program during which they will develop a project, foster professional relationships and launch collaborations with American counterparts. Applications will be accepted from people all over the world who are between the age of 32 years and 45 years, highly proficient in English, and have a track record of leadership. Benefits include a one full academic year of intense post-graduate studies and hands-on work experience. (Deadline: 1 March)
Call for Applications British Ecological Society Ecologists in Africa Grants 2022 The British Ecological Society’s 2022 Ecologists in Africa Grantis open to applications from ecologists working for a university or research institution in Africa (including field centers, NGOs, museums). Applicants must be citizens of a country in Africa or its associated islands that is a low-income or lower-middle-income economy according to World Bank, with exclusion of Botswana, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Libya, Namibia and South Africa and must carry out grant-supported research in a country in Africa or its associated islands. Benefits include funding of up to £8,000 for research expenses and the opportunity to apply for an additional £2,000 travel grant. (Deadline: 18 March)
April 2022
Call for Applications Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program 2022/2023. The World Bank Robert S. McNamara Fellowship Programme is accepting applications from nationals of World Bank Member countries, with preference to nationals of developing countries, to participate in rigorous policy-relevant research with World Bank research economists as part of a full-time, residential fellowship programme in Washington DC. Applicants should be no more than 35 years of age by June 30 2022, graduates of master’s level studies or currently pursuing a PhD in Economics or related field to participate. Benefits include an income of up to $ 42,750 net all through the 8-month duration of the fellowship. (Deadline: 4 April)
Call for Applications The European University Institute (EUI) Young African Leaders Programme 2022. The Young African Leadership Programme funded by the European Commission is a fully-funded 3-month Fellowship that aims to catalyze and foster changes envisioned in the Africa Union’s Agenda 2063 and the Africa-EU Partnership. Applicants should be African nationals under the age of 35 who reside in Africa and have at least 7 years work experience as policy-makers, diplomats, and professionals in national and local authorities, regional, continental, international organizations and development partners.. Benefits include a grant of up to €2,500 per month for the duration of the fellowship as well as conferences and study visits in Europe. (Deadline: 7 April)
Call for Applications 2022 Google Africa PhD Fellowship Programme for African Graduate Students. The Google Africa PhD Fellowship Programme is an up to 3-year programme that supports graduate students pursuing PhDs while also providing mentorship opportunities. It is open to PhD students from the African continent who are in the early stages of degrees at an African university in a research area relevant to computer science and related fields. Current undergraduate and masters students can also apply. Benefits include a stipend of $30,000 that covers a stipend, research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel, and a Google research mentor. (Deadline: 27 April)
Call for Applications The BeyGOOD 2022 Global Citizen Fellowship for Young Africans. The Global Citizen is accepting applications for a one-year long fellowship programme from young African changemakers from Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa who have at least a matric or secondary school certificate.. Applicants must be able to house themselves in Johannesburg or Lagos for the duration of the program. Kenyan applicants can be based anywhere in the country, and will participate virtually. (Deadline: 29 April)
May 2022
Call for Applications The Einstein Forum and the Wittenstein Foundation 2023 Fellowship Programme. The Einstein Forum and the Wittenstein Foundation are accepting applications from all over the world for a fellowship programme for outstanding young thinkers who wish to pursue a project in a different field from that of their previous research. Applicants must be under 35 and hold a university degree in the humanities, social sciences, or natural sciences and will be expected, at the end of the programme, to present their project in a public lecture at the Einstein Forum and at the Wittenstein Foundation. Benefits include, living accommodations for 5-6 months, a stipend of EUR10,000, and reimbursement of travel expenses. (Deadline: 15 May)
June 2022
Call for Applications NedBank Quants Graduate Programme 2023 for Young South African Graduates. Nedbank Quant is accepting applications from young South Africans registered for a postgraduate qualification in Applied or Pure Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering and Quantitative Risk Management for a 2023 Graduate Programme that offers exceptional quantitative and capital risk management exposure through bank-wide rotation opportunities over two years graduate experience. (Deadline: 30 June)
The African Scientific, Research and Innovation Council (ASRIC) is accepting applications for a one-year doctoral research work scholarship at the Euro-Mediterranean University of Fes, Morocco from African PhD students who are 35 years and below, have a Msc degree in Science and Engineering, Diploma or Engineering Diploma, and are nationals of the AU member states. Benefits include tuition fees of about USD9,000, an annual return ticket from home country with maximum contribution of USD1,000 in the summer vacation, stipend allowance of USD 1,000 monthly for 11 months a year (Deadline: 30 June)
July 2022
The Babro Kleine is a one year research fellowship which intends to advance research on cultural and social diversity, cultural heritage and creativity, societal structures and public resistance, and varieties of cultural expressions in local and global perspectives. The programme gives fellows the opportunity to concentrate on their own research interests, free from the teaching and administrative obligations of ordinary university life. Applicants must have held a PhD for at least 3 years and have a track record of independent contributions beyond post-doctoral level, including significant publications. Benefits include a monthly salary of up to Swedish Krona (SEK) 45,000 and accommodation for fellows who do not live in the Stockholm-Uppsala region. (Deadline: 1 July)
Call for Applications the Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP) 2022 Reporting Fellowships to COP27. The Climate Change Media Partnership (CCMP), led by the Earth Journalism Network and the Stanley Center for Peace and Security, 2022 Reporting Fellowship Program is open to journalists from low-middle income countries seeking to cover climate negotiations for their home audiences during the COP27 Proceedings. Applicants should have previous experience in reporting climate issues, be able to travel to Egypt to attend COP27 in person, and must provide a letter of support from an editor, producer or supervisor. Benefits include non-refundable economy-class airline tickets, accommodation, meals, travel insurance (including emergency COVID-19 coverage) as well as mentorship and networking from senior journalists. (Deadline: 4 July)
Call for Application From Linear to Circular: Africa Workshop 2022 for Postgraduate Students and Professionals. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is accepting applications from students who are in their final year of undergraduate or taking their postgraduate or those that are at the start of their career in Circular economy and live and work on the African continent for From Linear to Circular: Africa, a 5 day face to face workshop in Kigali, Rwanda focused on the circular economy . Benefits include partial bursaries and networking circular economy experts and practitioners (Deadline: 6 July)
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and South Africa’s National Research Foundation (NRF) are accepting applications for doctoral fellowships hosted at South African institutions from scientists who are not living or studying in South Africa as of 2022 who are citizens or permanent residents of other developing countries. Applicants must be 32 years of age by December 31 of the year of application, must have obtained an MSc degree in Natural Sciences, and must register on a full-time basis at a South African university in 2023. Benefits include partial cost of study funding to cover tuition fees and accommodation costs up to R 101,196 per annum per student, a return economy flight ticket, and VISA and/or study permit costs. (Deadline: 8 July)
Call for application Swansea University PhD Research Scholarship: Biology of Sea Turtles in The Western Indian Ocean (Rs118). Swansea University in partnership with the Bertarelli Foundation is accepting applications for a fully-funded PhD research scholarship to study biological sciences with a focus on the conservation of sea turtles in the Western Indian Ocean from researchers living in South Africa, Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros, Tanzania, Seychelles, and Kenya. Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree at a first-class or 2.1 level in Biosciences or a related subject, and/or a distinction at a master’s level in Marine Biology. Benefits include fully-funded tuition fees and an annual stipend of up to Sterling Pounds 16,062 with the availability of additional research expenses. (Deadline: 15 July)
Call for Applications French Embassy Regional Scholarships 2022/2023. The French Embassy in Kenya and Somalia is accepting applications for 2 one-year regional scholarships, respectively in Engineering Sciences and Humanities and Social Science, that will enable Kenyan students who are Kenyan citizens to pursue their studies in quality universities within the African continent. Applicants must have obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Humanities and Social Sciences. Benefits include a fully-funded scholarship covering a monthly allowance, travel expenses, tuition fees (up to 3000 per year), and social insurance. (Deadline: 15 July)
Call for Applications The IMU – Simons African Fellowship Program 2022/ 2023 for Africans from Developing Countries. The International Mathematical Union (IMU), with support from the Simons Foundation, is accepting applications for the African Fellowship Programme, which supports research sabbaticals for African fellows to travel to an internationally known mathematical center of excellence for collaborative research. Applicants should hold a valid doctoral degree in mathematics and must work as a mathematician in a university or equivalent higher education in an African developing country. Benefits include a grant of up to 5,000 USD that covers travel and basic living expenses (Deadline: 15 July)
Call for Applications The Mawazo Institute and RWTH Aachen University (Germany) Summer School in Computational Biology for Sustainable Environment. The Mawazo Institute and the Computational Life Science group from the RWTH Aachen University (Germany) are accepting applications for a Computational Life Science Summer School in Watamu, Kenya. The programme is open to people all over the world who are currently enrolled in a Masters or PhD programme, received a doctoral degree within the past 2 years, or are researchers at a not-for-profit organization in the environmental and/or conservation space. Priority will be given to applicants who are residents of the area and young parents or caregivers. Benefits include fully funded participation in the School, a total cover of accommodation costs for the duration of the School, travel grants to Watamu, and on-site childcare upon request. (Deadline: 17 July)
Call for Applications The AWIEF-AfDB “Solutions Catalysing Increased Access to Capital for the Success of Women Entrepreneurs” Programme. The Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa (AWIEF) and Africa Development Bank (AfDB) Group are accepting applications to participate in any one of the following 4 programme components: the AWIEF Growth Accelerator; eCommerce Capacity Development; Digital Skills from women-owned and women-led small and medium enterprises (WSMEs). Applicants must be WSMEs registered and operating in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia, Rwanda, Malawi, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. (Deadline: 18 July )
Call for Applications African Studies Center Leiden (ASCL) 2022 Visiting Fellowship Programme for African Researchers. The African Studies Center at Leiden University is accepting applications for a 90-day Visiting Fellowship from African researchers and academics seeking to use their time in Leiden for data analysis and/or writing, often on a joint project with one or more ASCL staff members. Applicants must hold a PhD degree, be actively pursuing a research career, have published books or journals in recent years that meet international standards, and be in accordance with visa regulations and be ready to return to their country of residence upon completion of fellowship. Benefits include an economy class return ticket, a daily stipend to cover daily expenses, accommodation in Leiden, medical/liability insurance, and use of office and library facilities. (Deadline: 24 July)
Call for Applications The Deutsche Welle (DW) Akademie Constructive Journalism Fellowship 2022 for TV and Video Journalists (Fully Funded to Germany) The Deutsche Welle (DW) Akademie is accepting applications for the 2022 Constructive Journalism Fellowship, which aims to train Fellows in constructive storytelling and visual language, how to approach contentious issues, and how to sell and distribute a constructive story. Applicants should be media professionals who are residents of Sub-Saharan African Countries and must have a valid passport, be able to travel for one-week training in March 2023, have a good command of the English language, and have access to technical equipment and a laptop for an online workshop. Benefits include travel, hotel and visa costs, mentorship and financial support of up to 3000 euros for video production and networking opportunities. (Deadline: 31July)
August 2022
The Strathmore University in partnership with The East African Philanthropy Network is accepting applications for a call for papers for the Resilient Urban Communities Conference and seminar focusing on social enterprises (SE) and non-profit organizations(NPOs) for PhD and Early Career researchers based in Africa. Applicants for the PhD seminar should be doctorate students in early stages of their work trying to set their research career on track, be able to participate in the entire PhD seminar held in Nairobi Kenya, be conducting research connected to non-profit organizations and social enterprises in deprived communities and in policy fields such as housing, education and social services. Applicants for the ECR should be researchers with at most 5 years PhD qualification and participate in the entire ECR seminar held in Nairobi. (Deadline: 3 August)
Call for Applications Women for the Environment Africa’s 2023 Cohort
WE Africa is accepting applications for a year-long fellowship that offers a unique opportunity for women leaders in the Environmental space across Africa to engage in tailored online learning, one on one coaching, and two in-person retreats for intensive community building and mentoring. Applicants must be African nationals or have permanent residency for a minimum of 15 years, a minimum of 15 years working in the environmental space in government, NGO or private sector, a commitment to contribute $500 towards the cost of the course and cover travel costs to the two in-person retreats for an estimated $ 1500. A limited number of scholarships are also available to help offset costs for selected participants. (Deadline: 15 August)
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) - COMSATS is accepting applications for the TWAS - COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) 2023 Fellowship Programme for Young Scientists Young Scientists from developing countries other than Pakistan, who wish to obtain All or Part of their PhD in Social or Natural Sciences for a duration of a minimum of 6 months or a maximum of 3 years and up to 18 months in Part Time. Applicants must be nationals of developing countries other than Pakistan, hold an Msc degree (with Research) in Field of Natural Sciences and maximum age of 35 years old by 31 December of the year of application. For Full-time Fellowship applicants must be willing to register at CUI, Pakistan and have 18 years of education up to Msc/ Mphil degree. For Part-time Fellowship applicants must be registered PhD students in developing countries, provide Official Acceptance Letter to CUI, provide evidence of proficiency in English, provide evidence of return to the resident country upon completion of Fellowship and not take up any other assignments during the period of fellowship. Benefits include a monthly stipend to cover living costs such as food, accommodation, and health insurance. (Deadline: 31 August)
The African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) is accepting applications for a call for the Gender Responsive Agriculture Systems Policy-Grasp Fellowship funded by the USAID for African female policymakers and researchers in Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda. Applicants must have at least 10 years of experience in the policy field in agriculture and food systems at national, regional, or continental levels. AWARD Policy Fellows, will get customized training in mentoring, leadership, negotiation skills, and integrating gender in policy. The AWARD Policy Fellows will sharpen their skills to design and implement gender-responsive policies, analyze policies from a gender perspective, foster innovative policy-oriented projects, and lead policy processes.(Deadline: 31 August)
September 2022
Call for Applications The NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship Programme 2023/2024 for Doctorate Students
The NVIDIA Graduate Fellowships Programme is accepting applications from PhD students working in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Autonomous Vehicles, Computer Graphics, Robotics, AI for Healthcare, High-performance computing, and related fields. Applicants must have completed their first year of PhD level studies, have majors in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, System Architecture, Electrical Engineering, or a related area. Applicants must be engaged in active research as part of their PhD thesis and enrolled as a full-time PhD students during the 2023/2024 academic year and must be available to complete a summer internship prior to the start of their fellowship year. Benefits include funding of up to USD50, 000, access to conduct work with access to NVIDIA products, technology, and some of the most talented minds in the field, and a summer internship preceding the Fellowship year. . (Deadline: 9 September)
Call for Applications The Innovation for Change (I4C) West African regional Connector
The Innovation for Change (I4C) African Hub is accepting applications for a West African regional connector/RC to encourage collaborations with organizations in the West African region and to support key areas in building camaraderie through mobilization, creating digital resources, and offering legal solutions. Applicants must have an application letter/ expression of interest detailing why their organization is a good fit, an organization profile, organization registration certificate, bank letter of good standing, and a letter of support from a CSO partner. Benefits include Networking and collaboration opportunities, being part of a civic movement, and exchanging lessons learned and best practices. (Deadline: 9 September)
The Organization for Women In Science for the Developing World (OWSD) - Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early Career Women Scientists in the Developing World is accepting applications for the 2023 OWSD - Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early Career Women Scientists in Developing World. Applicants must be women scientists (from STEM disciplines) in the Early Career stage (within ten years of earning their PhD degree), whose current scientific research is related to the area of food security, agricultural productivity, and sustainable food production, and who have made demonstrable contributions to the achievement of the SDG2 (Zero Hunger). In addition, applicants must have lived and worked for at least 5 of the last 15 years in one of the 66 scientifically and technologically lagging countries (STLCs). Benefits include a cash prize of up to USD 5,000 and an all-expenses-paid trip to attend the Awards Ceremony to be held at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in March 2023. (Deadline:15 September)
The African Network for Economics of Learning, Innovation and Competence Building Systems (AfricaLics) is accepting applications for a 1 year AfricaLics PhD Visiting Fellowship programme (2023 cohort) that combines online pre and post-activities with a study period of 3 months at University of Johannesburg, South Africa focused on innovation and development. Applicants must be PhD student candidates enrolled at African universities whose study focuses on relationship between innovation, economic, social or and environmentally sustainable development, , who have completed their first year of studies by December 2022, come from low-income countries and already secured funding for their PhD studies. Benefits include return flight costs from their nearest international airport, health insurance on reimbursement basis, stipend of up to 5,900 South African Rand for visiting scholars, fixed amount to cover student participation in course activities, and funding for organizations' trilateral meetings between PhD student and supervisor from home institution. (Deadline: 15 September)
The Organization for Women In Science for the Developing World (OWSD) Early Career Fellowship Programme is accepting applications for a 3-year fellowship programme to support early career women scientists to lead research projects in countries that have been identified as lacking in scientific and technological resources. Applicants must be residents in one of the listed Science and Technology lagging countries (STLCs) for at least 5 years, provide proof of employment at a university or a research institute where the research project will be carried out and the institution be listed in the STLCs, provide evidence that they will receive a salary for the fellowship duration and completed their PhDs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics within the last 10 years and are employed at an academic or scientific research institution listed in the STLCs. Benefits include an award of up to USD50, 000 and funding for research-related costs; equipment, consumables, research visits, exchanges and programmes, teaching and assistance, information resources, product development and linking with industry, outreach, communications, and networking. Fellows will also take part in two training workshops on Leadership and Entrepreneurial skills. (Deadline: 19 September)
The Women for Africa Foundation (FMxA) in collaboration with Spanish Centers of Excellence is accepting applications for African women researchers and scientists to be based in Spain. The aim of the fellowship is to enable African women tackle the great challenges faced by Africa through research in health and biomedicine, sustainable agriculture and food security, water, energy and climate change . Applicants must be African women with a PhD, at least three years of post-doctoral experience and proven experience leading a research group so as to participate in the fellowship program. Benefits include return flight from their centre of origin to the host institution and a Living allowance of 2.400 Euros gross per month.(Deadline:30 September)
The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft German (DFG)Research Foundation is accepting applications for an African - German Scientific Exchange Programme in the field of Agricultural Science, with an emphasis on Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture from scientists from all Sub-Saharan African countries and researchers. Applicants must hold a doctorate and have a track record in their respective research fields. Applicants from German Research institutions have to fulfill The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft German (DFG) eligibility requirements. Researchers are required to submit their posters in English or French and the posters should highlight current research interests and ideas for joint research projects. Submission of posters is a prerequisite for participation in the subsequent calls for proposals (Deadline: 30 September)
The Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme (MSCFP) is accepting applications from female students to pursue a master’s programme in nuclear-related studies at accredited universities and an internship of up to 12 months facilitated by The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to help increase the number of women in the nuclear field to drive global scientific and technological innovations. Applicants must be female candidates accepted by or enrolled in a Master's programme in the Nuclear field. Preference will be given to candidates with above-average academic credentials. Benefits include up to 40, 000 Euros per year for tuition and living expenses. (Deadline: 30 September)
The African Academy of Science is accepting applications for a 4-year African postdoctoral fellowship from early career African scientists, to be trained and supported in various laboratories of the US National Institute of Health (NIH) for 2 years and another 2 years of research in their home institution. Applicants must be citizens of an African country, currently employed in an academic, research or government position in an African country, have a relevant doctorate degree awarded no more than 7 years before the application submission deadline, and have less than 5 years of relevant research by start date at NIH. Benefits include a stipend support, insurance cover for the fellow and dependents living in the US, and training support for Year 1 and 2, Salary support of up to USD 38, 400 per year, research support up to USD 50, 000 per year, and equipment purchase support up to USD 50, 000 for Year 3 and 4. (Deadline: 30 September)
The African Research Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases, with support from US Agency for International Development and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is accepting proposals for a 10-month Programme on both operational and implementation research on “Emerging challenges facing neglected tropical disease program implementation in Africa.”The Sixth edition Small Grants has two small grant funding tracks; grants for junior researchers and grants for mid-career and senior researchers. Applicants must be currently employed by or enrolled in an academic, health, or research institution in Africa for the duration of the grant, demonstrate a commitment to NTD-related research, and provide evidence of research output that is publications or presentations at scientific conferences. Benefits include a maximum funding award of USD 30, 000. (Deadline: 30 September)
Call for Applications The African Scholars RCT Refresher Training
Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) Africa is accepting applications for an 8-week training course for local academics from Africa who are interested in research initiatives whose topic areas (labor, agriculture, technology, and digital payments/IDs). Applicants must be resident African scholars, a PhD degree, are based at a university in Africa, and interested in Digifi, JOI, or DAISI’s research agenda. Benefits include a token of appreciation for completing a module. (Deadline: 30 September)
The World Academy of Science (TWAS) International School for Advanced Studies in collaboration with Lincei Academy is accepting applications for a upto 3 months visiting fellowship Programme to laboratories at Centers of Excellence in Trieste, Italy from young scientists in the least developed countries. Applicants must be a maximum age of 40 years by 31st December of the application year, hold an MSc of higher degree, be nationals of least developed countries and hold a research position. They must also have applications in the fields of Physics, Neuroscience, Mathematics, Science outreach, and COVID-related projects, provide evidence of a return to their home country upon completion of the fellowship, and not take up assignments during the period of the programme. (Deadline: 30 September)
October 2022
Call for Nominations The 2022 Canada Gairdner Awards
The Gairdner Foundation is accepting applications for nominations annually for two awards, the Five Canada Gairdner International awards for biomedical research and the John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global Health award for impact on global health issues from people who are residents of any country in the world, without restrictions of gender, race, religion, creed or nationality Recipients must confirm to be Gairdner ambassadors and participate in the National program in Canada. Benefits include up to CAD100,000, an award citation, a medal, and paid expenses for travel and accommodation for recipients and their partners to accept the awards. (Deadline: 1 October)
The Africa Platform is accepting applications for research fellowships aimed at researchers (junior or senior lecturers and professors) affiliated with an African higher education or research institution. Applicants must have a bilateral agreement or Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ghent University and the African institution. The awardees are expected to be present at Ghent University and take part in the academic activities of the research unit and give at least one lecture or seminar to fellow researchers and students. Benefits include a grant of up to Euro 1000, a flight ticket for a minimum stay of two weeks to cover travel, accommodation costs, living expenses, and access to office space and facilities such as the library. (Deadline: 1 October)
The World Academy of Science (TWAS) Fellowships for Research and Training is accepting applications for a 12- month Fellowship programme from young scientists in developing countries to spend 3 to 12 months at a research institution in a developing country other than their own. Applicants must hold an MSc or equivalent degree, be in the natural sciences, be a citizen of a developing country, and be employed in a research institution in a developing country. Benefits include international low-cost airfare, USD 300 per month for subsistence, accommodation, research facilities, and food costs by the host institution. (Deadline: 3 October)
The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship is accepting applications for a 12-month Fellowship Programme, that aims to enable fellows to gain both technical and leadership skills while contributing directly to research and policy design. Applicants must be nationals of an African Country, have a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience, a master’s degree, be under the age of 40 or 45 for women with children, and additional criteria set by the host organization. Benefits include an opportunity to work in AFDB, UNECA, and ITC, fellows becoming members of the Now Generation Network (NGN) with an annual stipend of up to USD 100, 000. (Deadline: 21 October)
The Next Einstein Forum (NEF) is accepting applications for its new cohorts of NEF Ambassadors Program (2022 - 2024) from young Africans in STEM and Social Sciences. Applicants must be 42 years of age or less, residents or citizens of an African country with history of leadership and engagement in the community, advanced studies, professional certificates, projects, or innovation achievements, have an active work/study profile online and clearly communicate in English or French. Benefits include paid travel expenses to the Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Global Gathering events, opportunity to organize an annual Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Science Week in your home country, participate in interviews, panel and showcasing of research, opportunity to network and influence STEM and innovation policy. (Deadline: 24 October)
The University of Johannesburg is accepting applications from dynamic candidates from all over the world who are interested in working on innovative solutions to problems related to the fourth industrial revolution(4IR). Applicants must have a doctorate degree obtained within the last five years, a CV with contact details for three referees, a proposal outlining a plan for the fellowship, a proven ability to write and publish papers in accredited peer-reviewed journals, and academic transcripts. (Deadline: Open until positions are filled)
November 2022
The Chevening Africa Media Freedom is accepting applications for an 8-week fellowship programme, “New Media for a New Africa: Freedom of Speech, Economic Prosperity and Good Governance” hosted at the University of Westminster from African professionals with demonstrated leadership skills in their fields, which include public servants working in the areas of media policy and regulatory frameworks. Applicants must be citizens of Ethiopia, Burundi, Gambia, Malawi, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Uganda, and Zimbabwe, have a postgraduate level qualification, 7 years of working experience, not have British citizenship, and purpose to return to their country of citizenship at the end of the fellowship period. Benefits include full programme fees, living expenses for the duration of the fellowship, and a return economy airfare to their country of residence from the United Kingdom (UK). (Deadline: 1 November)
The International Business Machines (IBM) Corporation is accepting applications from PhD students from all over the world who address focused areas of interest in technology for a PhD scholarship Programme. Applicants must be nominated by a doctoral faculty member, be enrolled in a full-time PhD program over two consecutive years, stay in the same program for the duration of the award, and should not be receiving a comparable fellowship from another institution except for Academic Scholarships. Benefits include 60, 000 USD in year one and 35, 000 USD in year two for Universities in the United States of America, 6, 000 USD and 25, 000 USD each award year in other countries. (Deadline: 2 November)
The Schlumberger Foundation is accepting applications for the 2022- 2023 Faculty for the Future fellowship programme from women in developing and emerging communities to pursue PhD or Postdoctoral research in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields at leading universities worldwide. Applicants should have applied to, have been admitted to, or be currently enrolled in a university abroad when submitting their grant application. Applicants must also hold an excellent academic record, demonstrate leadership skills, and community outreach activities have a track record encouraging girls and women into STEM fields and prove their commitment to return to their home country upon completion of their studies to contribute to the economic, social and technological advancement in their home region. Benefits include up to a maximum of USD 50,000 per year for a PhD based on actual cost-eligible expenses and up to USD40, 000 per year for a postdoctorate and may be renewed through the completion of studies. (Deadline: 5 November)
The International Ocean Color Coordinating Group (IOCCG) is accepting applications from early career scientists from developing countries and countries with economic transition for a fellowship programme in the areas of ocean optics and ocean color research.. Applicants must be citizens of one of the listed eligible countries (according to SCOR) and residing in the country at the time of application, have received a doctoral degree within 5 years in the fields of ocean optics, ocean color research and applications relative to IOCCG objectives. Benefits include 5,000 USD fund towards travel from home country to host country for a short period up to 3 months, visa, travel/medical insurance, accomodation and food.(Deadline: 11 November)
The Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowship Programme is accepting applications for its annual fellowships from up to 30 women pursuing PhD/ Doctorate degrees in Aerospace Engineering and Space Sciences. Applicants must be women of any nationality pursuing PhD/ Doctorate degree with a superior academic record conducting research applied to Aerospace Engineering or Space Sciences. Applicants must be registered in a full-time PhD/ Doctorate program and completed at least one year or have a master’s degree in aerospace applied field by the time the application is submitted. Applicants must not graduate from their PhD/ Doctorate program before April 2024. Benefits include up to USD10, 000 which can be used in any university or college offering accredited postgraduate courses and degrees in these fields (Deadline: 15 November)
The Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime is accepting applications from scholars all over the world for a fellowship programme that will enable them to build a platform for cross-sectoral, global and interdisciplinary collaboration between civil society actors, human rights activists, journalists, artists, scholars, policymakers and grassroot community leaders working to counter the effects of organized crime. Applicants must have a background in the areas of journalism and media, activism, advocacy, community mobilization, human rights practitioners, and public sector. Benefits include up to 15, 000 USD awarded for one year to provide financial support for fellows’ individual work or collaborative projects, networking opportunities and platforms for dissemination such as conferences, civil forums, national and international platforms to engage the public and ultimately policymakers. (Deadline: 15 November)
The Global Business School Network ( GBSN) in partnership with Deutsche Post DHL Group is accepting applications from postgraduate ((MBA/MSc/Masters/PhD) business students with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the developing world- for a 12 -month Fellowship Programme. Applicants must be enrolled at a participating GBSN member school at the start of the fellowship, be committed to completing the fellowship program with an estimate of 12 to 15 hours per month, have the ability to communicate in English or Spanish, a proven work experience, strong analytical skills, and an interest in international community. Benefits include fellows being supported by Deutsche Post DHL (DPDHL) mentors, receiving coaching and mentoring with SMEs, networking among peers, and having access to a Deutsche Post DHL (DPDHL) Certified program. (Deadline: 30 November)
December 2022
Call for Applications Google Research Scholar Program 2023 for Early-Career Professors
The Google Research Scholar Program is accepting applications from early-career researchers who are pursuing research in fields relevant to Google. These fields include Algorithms and optimization, Applied Science, Geo/maps, Health research, Human-Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, and Data Mining, Machine perception, Mobile, Natural Language Processing, Networking, Privacy, Quantum Computing, Security, Software Engineering and programming Languages, Structured data, extraction, semantic graph, Database management and Systems(software and hardware). Applicants must be a full-time assistant, associate, or professor at a university or a degree-granting research institution, or serve as co-PI at time of the application. They must also have received their PhD within seven years of submission, submit one application per round, and can only apply a maximum of three times within the 7 years Post-PhD. Benefits include up to USD 60, 000 to support the advancement of the Professor’s research. (Deadline: 1 December)
The Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst(DAAD) is accepting applications from postgraduates from Sub-Saharan Africa for training in selected postgraduate study at selected Eastern African partner institutions (check the study available on the website). Applicants must have completed their degree within 6 years by the time of application, have national or permanent residency in a Sub-Saharan country, be employed as a staff member of a public university, and be a candidate for teaching or research staff recruitment. Benefits include a monthly allowance, study and research allowance, printing allowance, tuition fees, travel allowance(only applicable for in-region scholarship holders), and health allowance (only applicable for in-region scholarship holders)(Deadline: 9 December)
Call for Applications The Atlas Postdoctoral Fellowship 2023 for East African Researchers
The Foundation Maison des sciences de l’homme (FMSH) and the Institut Français de Recherche en Afrique (IFRA) are accepting applications from researchers originating from East African countries for a three-month post-doc fellowship programme in France. Applicants must be from Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi, Rwanda, Eastern Congo (Kivu), affiliated with an institute of higher learning and research or a public or private research institute based in these countries, have obtained their postdoctoral degree and presented their thesis from 2017, be involved in research in Social or Human Sciences, find a French research institute to host them for their stay before submitting their application. Benefits include a monthly stipend of upto EURO 1,600 to cover transport and accommodation cost. Visa and logistics support provided by Foundation Maison des sciences de l’homme (FMSH) and the Institut Français de Recherche en Afrique (IFRA) (Deadline: 9 December)
The Science for Africa Foundation Preparing Outstanding Social Science Investigators (POSSIBLE)- Africa is accepting applications from African scholars in the Social Sciences and Humanities for a fellowship period of 24-months, aimed at informing sustainable development within the African continent. Applicants must have completed their PhD in the last 5 - 10 years prior to application date, must be citizens of any African country, must have an affiliation (academic or non-academic) with an African institute of higher learning or a research center in any African country. Benefits include up to 65, 000 USD for travel costs, visas, accommodation and meals, personnel costs, equipment costs, research costs, materials and consumables and institutional overheads. (Deadline: 11 December)
The Penn Development Research Initiative(PDRI) is accepting applications from researchers in Sub-Saharan Africa in the areas of social science, for a semester-long fellowship programme at the University of Pennsylvania to be completed in 2023 Fall Semester (September - December 2023).Applicants must be nationals of a Sub-Saharan African country, completed their doctoral degree within the last 8 years, or be enrolled in a PhD program in Political Science, economics, statistics, sociology, education, epidemiology/public health, have a current affiliation with a research institution or university in Sub-Saharan African and plan to return to a research institute in Sub-Saharan African after the fellowship. Benefits include up to USD 15,000 to cover cost of room and board in Philadelphia, health insurance, monthly stipend, visa fees and round-trip economy airfare. (Deadline: 13 December)
The Seventh Global Environment Outlook (GEO-7)
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is accepting invitations from assessment experts and specialized institutions to nominate qualified individuals as authors, reviewers and fellows to provide expertise on the Multi-disciplinary Expert Scientific Advisory Group(MESAG) drafting of the Seventh Global Environment Outlook (GEO-7). Assessment experts must be in the following fields: State of the environment and outlook, policy, triple planetary crisis, outlooks and scenarios, transformational solution pathways and analysis of solution pathways. Nominees should be available to participate in the Multi-disciplinary Expert Scientific Advisory Group (MESAG)for the entire period of the preparation and finalization of the seventh edition of the Global Environment Outlook and its accompanying Summary for Policymakers, likely until mid-2025. Nominations should be submitted through the nomination portal. (Deadline: 15 December)
The Harvard T.H Chan School of Public Health Takemi Fellowship Programme is accepting applications from graduate mid-career researchers who have completed a graduate degree, to enhance their capacity for research and leadership through a one-year fellowship programme. Applicants must be mid-career researchers who have completed their graduate degree, must have significant work and research experience, have published in internationally recognized journals, have demonstrated potential leadership capacity in their home countries, and have made or intend to make a commitment to a career in health. (Deadline: 31 December)