SMART Fellowship Programme: The ICGEB SMART Fellowship programme aims to enhance skill development and foster collaboration among researchers through mobility between ICGEB Member States. This fellowship offers early-career scientists the opportunity to acquire hands-on training in advanced technologies and promote scientific cooperation.
Designation
SMART Fellow
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| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Life Sciences |
| Location | ICGEB Member States (excluding or under special conditions for laboratories in Italy, India, and South Africa) |
| Eligibility/Qualification | – Nationals of ICGEB Member States – Registered for a PhD or PhD obtained within the last 5 years – Actively working in a research institution – Young scientists holding an MSc or equivalent can also apply. |
| Award Duration | Minimum 3 to maximum 9 months |
| Stipend | $800 to $1,500 per month (varies by country) |
| Bench Fee | $500 monthly for lab-related expenses |
Job Description
The SMART Fellowship supports early-career scientists in gaining experience by spending 3 to 9 months at a research institution in another ICGEB Member State. Fellowships cover international economy return travel, health insurance, and subsistence costs. Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate the potential impact of their collaboration on their career development and benefits to their home and receiving laboratories.
How to Apply
- Complete the online application.
- Upload the following documents in PDF format:
- Full CV of the candidate
- Full CV of the Head of the Receiving Laboratory (including publications)
- Valid identification document (passport or identity card) with at least 12 months of validity.
- Ensure that both the Home and Receiving laboratories confirm and complete the application details by the deadline.
Last Date to Apply
30 September 2025
For further details or inquiries, please contact the Fellowships Unit at fellowships@icgeb.org.
