The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centers dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices in East, South and Southern Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa.
The fellow will be hosted by the Animal and Human Health Program at ILRI. He/she will support a range of research project within the veterinary public health domain.
WORTH
- This is an appointment for 12 months. Start date will be agreed with the selected candidate, but ideally from February onwards.
- ILRI will offer a stipend to cover living expenses in the project location, medical insurance and cover research expenses.
- The successful candidate will be required to acquire and show proof of travel insurance before the commencement of the fellowship, where applicable.
ELIGIBILITY
- Currently pursuing a PhD in related field OR affiliated to a research institution, academia, national program.
- DVM and a MSc in epidemiology, public health or related field.
- Proven strong quantitative skills.
- Proven experience on organizing and conducted field epidemiological studies.
- Interest in working in low- and middle-income countries.
- Experience in qualitative data analysis will be an advantage
DEADLINE: January 20, 2020.
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