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FIRAT Rwanda Announces COMSTECH Fellowship Program 2025

FIRAT Rwanda Announces COMSTECH Fellowship Program 2025

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Foresight Institute of Research and Translation (FIRAT-Rwanda) joins hands with COMSTECH to promote Science, Technology and Innovation capabilities. FIRAT Rwanda is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the Research Fellowship Program organized by COMSTECH. This program offers a unique opportunity for scientists to advance their careers in the fields of Basic Sciences, Engineering, Technology, and Agriculture.

Eligibility Criteria:

  1. Applicants must hold a Bachelor, Master or doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or demonstrate significant
    research experience in their respective fields.
  2. Candidates from diverse scientific backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
  3. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to research excellence and innovation.
  4. Applications are open to eligible candidates from countries such as Rwanda, Kenya, Burundi,
    Tanzania, DRC, Namibia, South Africa, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Central Africa Republic.
  5. Age limit:
    • Maximum 35 years (For graduate studies),
    • 45 years (For post-graduate studies)

Program Details:

  1. The Research Fellowship Program provides selected candidates with resources, mentorship, and
    networking opportunities to support their research endeavors.
  2. Fellows will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and research infrastructure at COMSTECH
    Consortium of Excellence.
  3. The duration of the fellowship is 6 -12 months.

Application Submission

Applicants are required to submit applications through this link. Click here for Application Form.
All the supporting documents must be named correctly. In case any information is incomplete or missing,
the application will be considered incomplete and rejected.

  1. A copy of the completed application, with a page of Mission Statement and project plan, should be
    submitted be email to the Coordinator, Research Cloud Scientists Program, FIRAT-Rwanda (email:
    [email protected]).
  2. Applications should be submitted on or before April 14, 2025.

Selection Process:

  1. Applications will undergo a rigorous review process by COMSTECH panel of experts.
  2. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview or presentation to discuss their
    research proposals and qualifications.
  3. Successful candidates will be notified by the Fellowship Program Manager.

Contact Information

📩 Coordinator, Research Cloud Scientists Program, FIRAT-Rwanda
📧 Email: [email protected]

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