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    Research Development Fellowship @Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF)

    1 day ago·Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) is hiring a Research Development Fellowship·📍 Location: Nigeria

    Overview

    Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) is inviting applications for its prestigious 2026/27 Research Development Fellowship Programme, designed to support emerging African researchers working on critical human health challenges.

    Eligibility

    • Early-career researchers (post-doctoral scientists or clinicians)
    • Must be nationals of and employed in an African country
    • Possess higher academic or professional qualifications
    • Actively engaged in research addressing important human health challenges

    Benefits

    • 3–9 month placement in top research institutions across the UK, Europe, or Africa
    • Financial support of up to £47,000
    • Additional pre- and post-placement support at the fellow’s home institution
    • Opportunity to enhance technical expertise and global research collaboration

    How to Apply

    Applicants are advised to carefully review all guidance documents, including the Scheme Information and Application Guidelines, before preparing their proposal. Applications must be submitted through the official AREF portal.

    Deadline

    • Application Deadline: 08 May 2026 (13:00 GMT)
    • Application Queries Deadline: 27 April 2026

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