OWSD PhD Fellowships for Women Scientists

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The Fellowship is offered to women scientists from science- and technology-lagging countries (STLCs) to undertake PhD research in the natural, engineering and information technology sciences at a host institute in another developing country in the Global South.

ELIGIBILITY

  • The OWSD PhD Fellowship is offered only to women candidates.
  • Candidates must confirm that they intend to return to their home country as soon as possible after completion of the fellowship

BENEFITS

Each fellowship will be offered for up to four years and will cover the following:

  • A monthly allowance to cover basic living expenses such as accommodation and meals while in the host country
  • A special allowance to attend international conferences during the period of the fellowship
  • A return ticket from the home country to the host institute for the agreed research period
  • Visa expenses
  • Annual medical insurance contribution
  • The opportunity to attend regional science communications workshops, on a competitive basis
  • Study fees (including tuition and registration fees) in agreement with the chosen host institute which is also expected to contribute
  • Travel expenses to and from the host institute

For details, please go to the relevant OWSD website: http://owsd.net/career-development/phd-fellowship

Deadline: 15 April 2022

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