The International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS), in partnership with The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS), offers the TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship 2024. Applicants from developing countries willing to pursue research toward a Ph.D. in chemical and biological sciences or postdoctoral research in organic chemistry, biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular medicine, physical chemistry, or pharmacology are welcome.

To apply for the fellowship, candidates must have registered for a Ph.D. degree in their home country (SANDWICH option) and be proficient in English. Additionally, they should not hold citizenship or permanent residence in Pakistan. The age limitation for Ph.D. candidates is under 35, and for Postdoc candidates, under 45.

ICCBS has raised popularity over the past many years in Karachi, Pakistan, and has served several students by providing world-class training to young scientists. Many young students have profited from great chemical and biological science methodologies and related programs.

Important Dates and Details

Application Deadline: 17 July 2024 (midnight CEST time)

Host Institution: International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS)

Partner Institution: The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)

Location: Karachi, Pakistan

Duration: 6 to 12 Months

Minimum Degree Held: MSc

Level of Study: Ph.D. and Postdoc

Application Procedure: Online

Sandwich Option: Yes

Instruction Language: English

Eligible Country: Developing Countries in the South

Benefits of TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship

TWAS and ICCBS provide the candidates a monthly stipend to cover their living expenses, health care, food, accommodation, and local transportation.

 Fields of Study

TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship Program in Karachi, Pakistan, offers the following fields for each study level:

• Agricultural Sciences
• Structural, Cell, and Molecular Biology
• Biological Systems and Organisms
• Medical and Health Sciences incl. Neurosciences
• Chemical Sciences

Eligibility for the TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship

Applicant should meet the following requirements to be eligible for this opportunity:

• PhD applicants should be 35 or under, and Postdocs should be 45 or under on 31 December 2024.
• Candidates must have a master’s degree for a Ph.D. from natural science.
• Hold the nationality of a developing country other than Pakistan.
• Must not hold any temporary or permanent residency visa in Pakistan or any developed country;
• Provide a good health certificate from a qualified medical doctor;
• Candidates for postdoc research should be PhD students in their home country and have a “Registration and No Objection Certificate” from their university.
• Provide Preliminary Acceptance Letter from ICCBS
• Submit English language proficiency evidence if the medium of education was not English;
• Evidence that ensures candidates’ return to their home country on completion of the program;
• Candidates should not undertake any other assignments during the fellowship program;
• Take financial responsibility for any accompanying family members.

Required Documents

Candidates should provide the following documents to request an acceptance letter from ICCBS:

• Copy of their CV
• A research proposal outline
• Last Degree Certificate
• Two recommendation letters

 Important Notes:

• Apply before the deadline mentioned above.
• When applying, submit an Acceptance Letter from ICCBS. Applications without preliminary acceptance will not be eligible for selection.
• Reference letters should be on letter-headed paper and SIGNED.
• Apply for only one program per calendar year in the TWAS and OWSD portfolios.
• Applicants cannot visit another institution under the TWAS Visiting Professor program during the
• Applications are acceptable just via the online portal.

How to Apply for the TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship?

The application procedure is entirely online, and all candidates should request an acceptance letter from ICCBS before applying for the TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship.

 

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To apply for an Acceptance Letter from ICCBS, submit a request letter, updated CV, research proposal outline, and two reference letters to the Director of ICCBS, Prof. Dr. Farzana Shaheen, at any of the following e-mail addresses:

• protocol.iccbs@iccs.edu
  
• hej@cyber.net.pk
• pcmd@cyber.net.pk
  

 

Please Visit the TWAS Website for more information about the TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship or contact the following address for any questions:

TWAS Fellowships Office Address:
ICTP campus, Strada Costiera 11
34151 Trieste, Italy
Fax: +39 040 2240689

Tel: +39 040 2240 687
E-mail: fellowships@twas.org

 

ICCBS Contact Address:
Prof. Dr. Farzana Shaheen, Director
University of Karachi
Karachi-75270, Pakistan
Fax: +92 21 4819 018, 4819 019

Tel: +92 21 4824 924, 4824 925
E-mail: hej@cyber.net.pk, pcmd@cyber.net.pk, protocol.iccbs@iccs.edu

 

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