Apply by 30 May 2025 | Programme Duration: July 2025 – June 2027
Africa CDC, under the African Union, invites applications for a fully funded biomanufacturing fellowship aimed at upskilling current employees of African vaccine/therapeutics manufacturers.
Why This Fellowship?
Africa produces less than 1% of its vaccine needs. To shift this, the African Union aims to scale this to 60% by 2040. A skilled, well-trained workforce is essential to get there.
This fellowship addresses:
- Talent shortages in the health manufacturing workforce
- Lack of practical training programmes for employees
- Fragmented skill-building that leaves staff underprepared
Programme Overview
- Duration: 24 months (flexible, with short in-person sessions)
- Audience: Mid-career professionals in biomanufacturing
- Coverage: Fully funded by the Africa CDC
Training Includes:
- Industry-leading biomanufacturing & quality control practices
- R&D, process development & GMP compliance
- Leadership and entrepreneurship training
- Access to global and regional experts
Who Can Apply?
Master’s degree holders in:
- Biotechnology
- Pharmacy
- Chemistry/Biochemistry
- Biochemical Engineering
Must work in a registered biomanufacturing company in an AU member state
- Valid passport required
- Employer endorsement letter mandatory
Benefits:
- Return air tickets
- Per diem (DSA)
- Visa and insurance support
- Laptop and internet allowance
- Post-fellowship grant
Apply Here: https://tools.africacdc.org/africacdcrc/surveys/?s=77DJFHWYHHTMM8LH
Deadline: 30 May 2025
Results: 15 June 2025
This is your chance to stand at the forefront of Africa’s health manufacturing transformation.
Apply today. Build tomorrow.
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