Biomanufacturing Fellowship Programme for African Union Member States

Biomanufacturing Fellowship Programme for African Union Member States

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:

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
Selection process


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