The proposed biomanufacturing fellowship programme is designed to provide employees of biomanufacturing companies with necessary advanced competences as described by the developed Vaccine R&D and Vaccine Manufacturing Competency Frameworks – Africa CDC. Furthermore, the programme will equip participants with knowledge and skills in leadership, mentorship, management, resource enterprise planning, and entrepreneur-ship.
Participants will gain a 2-year valuable theoretical and handson biomanufacturing and R&D industry experience, including a strong focus in one area of specialization of their choice. The fellows are not expected to leave their job, but they are expected to travel for some short courses/trainings.
Eligibility Criteria
The Africa CDC Biomanufacturing Fellowship programme is targeted at employees of active biomanufacturing companies who hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in the following or related fields:
- Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Biochemical Engineering
Additional requirements:
- Citizens of an African Union Member States
- Citizens of an African Union Member States that has an active vaccine manufacturing company.
- Must possess a valid passport
- Applicants should be willing to allocate the time required to complete both the virtual and in-person meetings/trainings.
- Applicants should also be able to get leave of absence from their employers.
- Must submit a support letter from their employers
Offered Benefits
Africa CDC will provide the funding which includes:
- DSA to support daily expenses when on travels for training
- Return flight tickets to training locations
- Travel and health insurance
- Laptop and internet allowance
- Visa fees
- Post fellowship allowance
