Location: ACT-PREP partner universities in Uganda, Somalia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Rwanda, Senegal and South Sudan.
Level of Effort: Full-time
Duration: Up to three (3) years.
Background
The ACT-PREP Consortium invites applications for the second round of its PhD Fellowship Programme. The fellowship supports candidates seeking admission to a PhD programme at an ACT-PREP partner university to undertake research aligned with the consortium’s priority themes in clinical trials and epidemic preparedness and response.
Responsibilities
- Conduct doctoral research under an ACT-PREP priority research theme.
- Participate in fellowship training activities.
- Maintain the highest standards of research quality and integrity.
- Complete the fellowship within the approved duration.
Qualifications and Desirable Qualities
- Be nationals of an ACT-PREP partner country.
- Hold a relevant Master’s degree (or equivalent).
- Be eligible for admission to a relevant PhD programme at an ACT-PREP partner university.
- Obtain institutional endorsement.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Submit the following documents:
- Completed Application Form
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- Updated Curriculum Vitae
- 2–3-page research concept note
- Institutional Endorsement Letter
- Motivation Letter
- Two referee recommendations
Applications should be submitted electronically to:
Email: recruitment@act-prep.org
Copy to: actprep@musph.ac.ug
Copy to: noahzyah@gmail.com
Application Deadline: September 30, 2026