The Biosciences eastern and central Africa – International Livestock Research Institute (BecA-ILRI) Hub, located in Nairobi, Kenya, is soliciting fellowship applications from scientists affiliated (through employment) with an African National Agricultural Research Institute (NARI) or university, and conducting research in the areas of food and nutritional security or food safety in Africa.
BecA-ILRI Hub’s mission is to mobilize bioscience for Africa’s development by providing a Centre of Excellence in agricultural biosciences, which enables research, capacity building and product incubation, conducted by scientists in Africa and for Africa, and empowers African institutions to harness innovations for regional impact.
The fellowship will cover research costs at the BecA-ILRI Hub, travel, medical insurance, accommodation and a modest subsistence allowance. For any inquiries or clarifications, email w.ekaya(at)cgiar.org
Closing date for applications: Dec. 31, 2015.