Call for Applications: Short-term Bioinformatics Fellowship Program Apply Now

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.

This questionnaire will be used to assess applicants' capabilities and eligibility for the fellowship program. Kindly note, by completing and submitting this form, you agree and consent to your personal data which you provide to the Africa CDC to be used for the for evaluation and communication purposes.

Duration:

Typically 2-12 weeks, depending on the program.

Eligibility:

Citizens or residents of specific regions (e.g., African Union Member States for Africa CDC).

Background in public health, biology, bioinformatics, or related fields (minimum BSc or equivalent often required).

Commitment to applying skills in a professional or research setting post-fellowship.

Focus Areas:

Next-generation sequencing (wet-lab track).

Bioinformatics data analytics and interpretation (dry-lab track).

Application of genomics to real-world challenges (e.g., outbreak detection, biodiversity).

Application Deadline:

Varies by program (e.g., April 20, 2025, for the Africa CDC fellowship).

How to Apply:

Submit applications through the hosting organization’s portal, typically including a CV, motivation letter, and proof of institutional support or acceptance (if required).

Benefits:

Training by experts at leading facilities.

Networking and career development opportunities.

Potential stipend or travel support (program-dependent).

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