The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for PhD scholarships in the African Regional Postgraduate Programme in Insect Sciences, in collaboration with the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD*) In-Country/In-Region PhD Scholarships Programme and African university partners (ARPPIS).
The primary goal of the ARPPIS PhD Program is to prepare young African researchers to compete globally in research and development environments within national, regional, and international research programs. ARPPIS scholars at icipe have access to excellent research facilities in an interdisciplinary setting as part of a structured three-year PhD program that includes research, training, developing research partnerships, publishing scientific articles, writing grant proposals, and attending scientific meetings and international conferences. Scholars conduct strategic, innovative research at the laboratories and field sites of icipe, which are located in various agro-ecological zones.
ELIGIBILITY
- A citizen of a country in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Bachelor’s degree with above average results (at least Second Class/Upper Division or equivalent).
- Master’s degree with above average results (at least Second Class/Upper Division or equivalent), taken with both coursework and research in the field of natural sciences or other field relevant to the PhD project (see List of Projects).
- Additional requirements may apply depending on the PhD project selected by the applicant. For information on applicant requirements for each available project see List of Projects.
- Master’s degree must have been completed less than six years ago at the time of application.
- Completed application form, PhD project proposal (based on one of the available PhD projects), and accompanying supporting documents.
- Good working knowledge of written and spoken English.
- Clearly show motivation and strong commitment.
- Candidates who are staff members of a public university, or considered for university teaching or research staff recruitment, are encouraged to apply.
- Qualified female candidates and candidates from less privileged regions or groups as well as candidates with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
- Qualified nationals of French- and Portuguese-speaking countries in Africa are also encouraged to apply.
DEADLINE: December 15 2021
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