Deadline: May 30, 2025
Applications are open for the AfricaCDC Biomanufacturing Fellowship Programme 2025. The proposed biomanufacturing fellowship programme is designed to provide employees of biomanufacturing companies with necessary advanced competences as described by the developed Vaccine R&D and Vaccine Manufacturing Competency Frameworks – Africa CDC.
Furthermore, the programme will equip participants with knowledge and skills in leadership, mentorship, management, resource enterprise planning, and entrepreneurship. Participants will gain a 2-year valuable theoretical and hands on biomanufacturing and R&D industry experience, including a strong focus in one area of specialization of their choice. The fellows are not expected to leave their job, but they are expected to travel for some short courses/trainings.
Funding
Africa CDC will provide the funding which includes:
- DSA to support daily expenses when on travels for training
- Return flight tickets to training locations
- Travel and health insurance
- Laptop and internet allowance
- Visa fees
- Post fellowship allowance
Eligibility
- The Africa CDC Biomanufacturing Fellowship programme is targeted at employees of active biomanufacturing companies who hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in the following or related fields:
- Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Biochemical Engineering
- Citizens of an African Union Member States that has an active vaccine manufacturing company.
- Must possess a valid passport
- Applicants should be willing to allocate the time required to complete both the virtual and in-person meetings/trainings.
- Applicants should also be able to get leave of absence from their employers.
- Must submit a support letter from their employers.
Application
Application Deadline is May 30, 2025. Selected candidates will receive the notification by June 15, 2025.
For more information, visit AfricaCDC Biomanufacturing Fellowship.
