ViGOR Research Fellowships 2026

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ViGOR consortium (Virus Genomics for Outbreak Response) and partner institutions Worldwide 2026

Information

The ViGOR Research Fellowships 2026 invites applications for research fellowships in two areas: Virus Genomics and Outbreak Modelling. The program is funded through NIHR and aims to strengthen public health research capacity in Central/East Africa by supporting genomics, bioinformatics, and outbreak modelling work for 9–12 months.

Benefits

Budget support for research, affiliation with a recognized institution, and opportunity to conduct genomics or modelling research with public health impact.

Eligibility

Open to individuals working in public health labs/departments or early-career researchers with a Master’s and/or PhD (up to 6 years post-PhD) and affiliated with a recognized academic or public health institution in Eastern or Central Africa.

Application

Submit a research proposal with budget and supporting documents through the ViGOR Fellowships application channels.

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Opportunity Details

TypeFellowship

FundingPartially funded

OrganiserViGOR consortium (Virus Genomics for Outbreak Response) and partner institutions

LocationWorldwide

Dates March 24, 2026 – April 30, 2026

Study level Master / Graduate, PhD / Doctoral, Early-career professional

Open toEastern or Central Africa region

Biology / Life Sciences Health / Medicine Data Science / AI

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