Are you an ambitious African postdoctoral scientist?

We (Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine) invite you to apply to the Epidemic Preparedness and Response Fellowship, an opportunity to study and work in an environment that supports leadership development and networking among scientists across Africa.

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow with a passion for infectious disease research and the drive to make an impact in epidemic preparedness and response. If you are enthusiastic about contributing to public health and global epidemic response, this is for you.

The fellowship offers:
Annual stipend (£25,000)
£25,000 annual research budget
Accommodation, airfare, and school fee contributions (if displaced)
Relocation and visa support for international fellows

Applicants must be:
– Nationals of Sub-Saharan Africa with a PhD completed within the last 3 years (or by September 2025)
– Highly motivated with a demonstrated interest in infectious disease epidemics
– Proposing a feasible research project that can improve epidemic preparedness and response in LMICs

To apply, send completed applications, a CV including summary of key outputs and publications (max 3 pages) and a 1-page personal statement as a single PDF to fadinding.darboe@lshtm.ac.uk and dembo.kanteh@lshtm.ac.uk

Don’t miss this chance to conduct impactful research and be part of a supportive scientific community!

Application Deadline: 15th May 2025.