ILRI Research Fellowship: Africa- Asia Bioscience Challenge Fund (AABCF) (Closing date: 31 Augu[...]

CGIAR System Organization; Montpellier; Sur place; EUR 20 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Le CGIAR System Organization, en collaboration avec ILRI, UQ et UoM, propose une bourse de recherche pour renforcer les capacités des scientifiques en élevage climatique et biosciences en Afrique et en Asie. Cette bourse couvre les coûts de recherche, les frais de voyage et fournit un stipend mensuel, un soutien technique et une assurance médicale. Les candidats doivent démontrer leur motivation, leur excellence académique et un engagement envers l'application des connaissances acquises.

Prestations

Couverture des frais de recherche

Stipend mensuel

Assurance médicale

Qualifications

• Intérêt avéré pour la recherche en élevage résilient au climat.
• Affiliation à une université publique reconnue ou à des institutions de recherche nationale.
• Lettre de soutien/recommandation de l'établissement d'origine.
• Motivation à appliquer les connaissances acquises dans leur contexte de recherche.

Responsabilités

• Participer activement à toutes les séances de séminaire.
• Appliquer les concepts appris à leur domaine de recherche.
• Soumettre des rapports d'avancement mensuels.

Connaissances

Recherche sur le bétail

Compétences en biosciences

Anglais

Description du poste

ILRI Research Fellowship: Africa- Asia Bioscience Challenge Fund (AABCF) (Closing date: 31 August 2025)

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), in partnership with the University of Queensland (UQ) and the University of Melbourne (UoM), is implementing a new fellowship model, the Africa-Asia Bioscience Challenge Fund (AABCF). This initiative builds on the previous AABCF model through research immersion/induction at ILRI/ Biosciences eastern and central Africa-International Livestock Research Institute (BecA-ILRI) Hub. The goal is to strengthen the capacity of national agricultural research and extension (NARES) scientists to implement climate-resilient livestock systems and biosciences in Africa and Asia. This initiative fosters regional expertise, promotes knowledge exchange, and advances sustainable research practices. The training program provides accessible, high-quality education tailored to both early and mid-career scientists engaged in climate-resilient livestock production systems and related biosciences research.

Scope of the Fellowship

Through the AABCF Fellowship, ILRI, UoM, and UQ are seeking up to 18 highly qualified applicants, three each from six selected countries in Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania) and Southeast Asia (Cambodia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, and Vietnam), to take part in training related to climate-smart livestock production systems. Selected applicants will participate in a three-month placement engaging in research, capacity-building, hands-on, and peer-learning activities throughout the fellowship. Fellows are expected to apply their newly acquired knowledge to strengthen their projects or areas of work back home, thereby contributing to regional research advances. Depending on their research topic, successful applicants may conduct their fellowship stays at ILRI in either Kenya or Ethiopia.

Objectives of the Fellowship Program

• To increase the research and technical capacity of early and mid-career scientists from the NARES in livestock and biosciences.
• To foster regional collaboration among national researchers and institutions.
• To provide scientists with more knowledge, skills, and practical tools in climate-resilient livestock production systems applicable to their research and geographical contexts.
• To contribute to sustainable livestock productivity and innovation through trained human capital.

Purpose

This Terms of Reference (ToR) document outlines the criteria, process, and responsibilities involved in selecting qualified early- and mid-career scientists to participate in a research induction program. The goal of the program is to enhance the scientists’ research skills and promote regional capacity and collaboration for sustainable livestock development.

Terms of Reference (ToRs): (Detailed listing of what the fellow is expected to accomplish during the fellowship)

Responsibilities of Fellows

• Participate actively in all the entry, progress and exit seminars.
• Engage in peer learning and collaborative activities.
• Apply learned concepts to their research or work area.
• Submit training evaluations and feedback.
• Prepare a brief report or presentation demonstrating how they intend to utilize training in their research.

Reporting

• Fellows are required to submit monthly progress and final reports or presentations.

Position Requirements (Qualifications that the ideal candidate should have):

Eligibility Criteria

• Demonstrated and proven interest in ongoing research in climate-resilient livestock mitigation or biosciences-related climate resilience.
• Affiliation with a recognized public university or national research institutions in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Cambodia, the Lao the Lao People’s Democratic Republic’, and Vietnam.
• Support/recommendation letter from the home institution
• Demonstrated motivation and commitment to applying training/placement knowledge in their research context.
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).

Selection Criteria

• Relevance of research focus to livestock and biosciences.
• Quality and feasibility of proposed application of knowledge acquired in their research/practical work.
• Academic excellence and research experience.
• Clear motivation statement indicating how the training will benefit their current or future projects and career development.
• Two Supporting references or recommendation letters.

Selection Process

• Establishment of a selection panel comprising representatives from ILRI, BecA-ILRI Hub, University of Queensland, and University of Melbourne.
• Evaluation of applications based on set criteria.
• Shortlisting candidates for interviews.
• Final selection based on merit, relevance, and motivation.
• Notification of successful candidates

Three (3) months to be completed by December-2025

The fellowship will cover the following:

• Research costs
• Flight and visa costs
• Monthly stipend
• Medical insurance
• Technical supervision by ILRI Scientists

All applications should be sent to the AABCF Review and Selection Committee and MUST include the following (applications not containing these documents will not be considered):

• 1-page personal statement outlining research interests and motivation.
• 2-page brief research proposal or statement on how the training will impact their work and career.
• Two Academic or professional referees
• Support/recommendation letter from the home institution

We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.