Applications are now open for the sub-Saharan Africa Health Research and Innovation Fellowship Program. The sub-Saharan Africa Health Research and Innovation Fellowship (SAHRI Fellowship) programme is an exceptional three-year training trajectory designed to empower 12 talented mid-career biomedical and clinical researchers from sub-Saharan Africa (sSA) to become leaders in biomedical innovation and clinical research, tackling the urgent challenges of infectious disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control across the region.

The fellowship is fully funded by a grant from the Global Health EDCTP3 and implemented by a consortium of academic and research institutions from Europe and Africa, led by the Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp in collaboration with BioNTech.

Requirements

The program is looking for promising mid-career clinical or biomedical scientists from sub-Saharan Africa (sSA) with strong potential to become future leaders in clinical research and biomedical innovation to address infectious diseases.

Eligibility criteria

• • Applicants must be a national of a sSA country and hold a valid passport for international travel.
  • Applicants must hold a university degree equivalent to a Master’s in the European Union (EU) and meet all admission requirements for the Master of Science in Tropical Medicine.
  • Applicants must demonstrate interest in infectious disease research aligned with EDCTP Strategic Research Agenda priorities. Previous research experience or publications are an advantage.
  • Proof of institutional support and commitment to allow leave of absence is required.
  • Applicants must have a clear vision of how the fellowship will be used to advance health research in Africa, a demonstrated commitment to building research capacity in home institution or country, and interest in biomedical innovation and entrepreneurship.
  • Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Fellowship Worth:

The SAHRI Fellowship provides full financial support for the Master in Tropical Medicine programme and all subsequent phases. Coverage includes:

• Tuition fees and internship costs
• Accommodation
• Living stipend
• Research-related expenses
• International air travel
• Health insurance