– TWAS-BIOTEC 2022 Postdoctoral Fellowship –
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) is now accepting applications from suitably qualified students for the TWAS-BIOTEC 2022 Postdoctoral Fellowship. It is a fully funded scholarship for all students.
About the Fellowship
TWAS The World Academy of Sciences for the advancement of science in developing countries works to support sustainable prosperity through research, education, policy and diplomacy.
TWAS is a global science academy based in Trieste, Italy.
Through three decades, TWAS’s mission has remained consistent: Recognize, support and promote excellence in scientific research in the developing world.
Respond to the needs of young scientists in countries that are lagging in science and technology; Promote South-South and South-North cooperation in science, technology and innovation; Encourage scientific research and sharing of experiences in solving major problems facing developing countries.
TWAS and its partners offer over 600 fellowships per year to scientists in the developing world who want to pursue PhDs and postdoctoral research.
TWAS prizes and awards are among the most prestigious given for scientific work in the developing world.
Benefits of TWAS-BIOTEC Postdoctoral Fellowship
BIOTEC will provide a standard monthly allowance which should be used to cover living costs, such as accommodation and food.
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Requirements
Applicants for these fellowships must meet the following criteria:
1. Be nationals of a developing country (other than Thailand).
2. Must not hold any visa for temporary or permanent residency in Thailand or any developed country.
3. Hold a PhD degree in any of the following fields biotechnology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, biosensors technology, or related disciplines.
4.Meet the requirements of the postdoctoral position available at BIOTEC and its research units.
5. Apply for the fellowship within FIVE years of having obtained a PhD degree in a fields of the natural sciences specified above.
6. Must not be more than 40 years old by the date of the submission of their application. NB. For instance, if an applicant turns 40 on 15 June, s/he should make sure not to submit the application later than 15 June.
7. Be regularly employed at a research and/or teaching institution in their home country where they must hold a research assignment.
8. Provide an official Acceptance Letter from BIOTEC. Requests for acceptance must be directed to the BIOTEC Research Support Division (e-mail [email protected]) who will facilitate assignment of a host supervisor.
In contacting BIOTEC, applicants must accompany their request for an Acceptance Letter with copy of: their CV, a research proposal outline, doctorate degree transcript, abstract of dissertation,
a statement of intent and three recommendation letters. See sample preliminary acceptance letter that can be downloaded below or included in the application form.
9. Provide evidence of proficiency in English, if the medium of instruction was not English.
10. Provide evidence that s/he will return to her/his home country on completion of the fellowship
11. Not take up other assignments during the period of her/his fellowship
12. Be financially responsible for any accompanying family members.
Documents Required for Application
1. CV
2. A research proposal outline,
3. Doctorate degree transcript,
4. Abstract of dissertation,
5. A statement of intent
6. Three recommendation letters
Application Deadline
August 1, 2022
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