UNTBLDC-TWAS-ICGEB South-South Program for Exchanges and Collaborations
The Exchange and Collaboration Program is to provide scientists the opportunity to become acquainted with the scientific process, including how to develop a research project and take it to a successful conclusion and how to teach, train and transfer knowledge to younger students and researchers.
UNTBLDC through TWAS will cover travel expenses and provide subsistence costs for the stay at the host institution, while the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology as host institution will provide the laboratory facilities and the research support.
Eligibility
Interested applicants for the Exchange and Collaboration Program are to meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be a maximum age of 45 years on 31st December of the application year.
- Must possess an MSc, preferably a PhD.
- Must be living and working in a Least Developed Country.
- Women scientists are especially encouraged to apply.
- Proposals have to be on projects relevant to the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology.
Application
Interested applicants for the UNTBLDC-TWAS-ICGEB South-South Program 2021 are to complete the online application form and upload the following documentation:
- Scanned copy of your passport, even if expired (page with your name and surname).
- Curriculum vitae, maximum two pages including a list of your 6 best publications.
- A recent invitation letter from the ICGEB host professor – on the institution’s letterhead paper – which should contain the proposed time of the visit (up to 6 months) and should refer to the proposed cooperation.
- Two reference letters from senior scientists familiar with your work.
- Copy of your MSc certificate.
- Evidence of proficiency in English.
- Supporting statement from the Head/Director of the applicant’s home institute.
For all details: https://twas.org/opportunity/untbldc-twas-icgeb-south-south-programme-exchanges-and-collaborations
Deadline: 31st August 2021
