Highly driven researchers who want to further their postdoctoral careers in cutting-edge molecular biology, biotechnology, and allied life sciences are the target audience for the Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships. These fellowships offer complete financial assistance for a typical two-year term, with the possibility of a one-year extension contingent on funding availability and performance. A competitive monthly income, full health insurance, and other advantages including funding for conferences, travel, and research-related costs are all included in the fellowship package.
The ICGEB Early Career Research Grants, which offer extra support to start independent research projects as young Principal Investigators in an ICGEB Member State, may be available to fellows who exhibit outstanding research performance.
Named for one of the Center’s founding visionaries, Prof. Arturo Falaschi, the ICGEB Arturo Falaschi Fellowship Program offers five categories of scholarships for both short- and long-term PhD and postdoctoral fellowships. Scientists who are citizens of ICGEB Member States can use these possibilities to conduct advanced research at any of the ICGEB laboratories in Cape Town, South Africa; New Delhi, India; or Trieste, Italy.
The curriculum places a strong emphasis on innovation, scientific excellence, and the training of future leaders in molecular biology and biotechnology research. Fellows gain access to collaborative research settings, networking opportunities with a worldwide community of researchers, and mentorship by globally renowned scientists.
Host Country: Italy, India, South Africa
Funded By: International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology
Opportunity Type: Post Doctorate
Subject: Life Sciences
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Language Proficiency: Since English is the main language of instruction and research, applicants must show that they are proficient in the language.
- Candidates must be citizens of one of the ICGEB’s member states. The applicant must have worked overseas for at least three years at the time of application in order to be eligible for fellowships in their home country.
- Candidates must possess a recent PhD in a pertinent area of the life sciences.
- Research Experience: Three years or more of post-PhD research experience is necessary.
- Age Preference: Generally speaking, candidates under 35 are preferred, though there may be some exceptions depending on the quality of the research.
Benefits:
Monthly Stipend:
- Trieste, Italy: €2,000
- New Delhi, India: $1,590 USD
- Cape Town, South Africa: ZAR 18,750
Travel Support: Fellowship covers round-trip travel from the fellow’s home country to the ICGEB laboratory at the start of the program and return travel at the end.
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical coverage is provided for the entire duration of the fellowship.
Research Funding: All research-related expenses are supported through the hosting research group’s budget.
Visa/Permit Costs: Costs for visa or permit application and renewal are reimbursed.
Support for Meetings and Courses: Participation in conferences, workshops, or training courses is generally funded or facilitated by the Group Leader / Principal Investigator (PI).
Additional Notes:
- ICGEB does not provide financial or administrative support for family members of fellows.
- Accommodation arrangements and support services vary depending on the ICGEB location (Trieste, New Delhi, or Cape Town).
Deadline: Open
