Call for Applications: AREF Research Development Fellowship Programme 2024/25

The Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) is excited to announce the launch of the 2024/25 AREF Research Development Fellowship Programme. This initiative is designed to empower emerging African researchers who are tackling critical challenges in human health.

Programme Overview

Aim:
The Fellowship aims to enhance the research skills of emerging leaders in Africa who are addressing significant health issues, supporting their development into leading researchers.

What We Offer:
The Fellowship includes a three to nine-month placement at a top research institution in the UK, Europe, or Africa. In addition, Fellows will receive support at their home institution before and after the placement. The programme offers up to £47,000 in funding.

Eligibility:
The Fellowship is open to early-career researchers, including post-doctoral scientists and clinicians with advanced qualifications who are nationals of and employed in Africa. Detailed eligibility criteria are available on the programme portal.

Application Process

How to Apply:
Applicants are advised to carefully read the guidance documents before developing their proposals and starting their applications. The application form is available on the AREF portal: AREF Application Portal.

Important Dates:

• Application Deadline: 13:00 GMT, 4 October 2024
• Notification of Outcomes: By April 2025
• Fellowship Start Dates: Between July 2025 and December 2025

Application Preparation:

• Discuss your Fellowship plans with leaders at both your Employing and Host Organisations early in the process to secure their support.
• AREF does not reimburse your Employing Organisation for your salary while you are away on placement: we do, however, support reasonable accommodation, travel and training costs.

Before You Apply:

• Review the Scheme Information and  Guidance on Completing the Application Forms .
• Familiarize yourself with the AREF Terms and Conditions , available on the portal.
• You can read more about our fellowship, and what kind of topics our Fellows who come from Africa have been researching.

Contact and Queries:
For any questions not covered in the scheme information document, please reach out through the Contact Us section on the portal, preferably by 27 September 2024. You can also take a look at the FAQs section.

For further insights, you can explore topics researched by previous Fellows and stay informed by following our Twitter and LinkedIn for updates. Additionally, subscribe to our newsletter to receive updates and information about upcoming information sessions.

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