About the opportunity
The ICGEB South African Women in Biotechnology Programme (SAWBP) PhD Fellowship Scheme, offered in partnership with the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), provides PhD fellowships to South African women researchers. The programme offers multidisciplinary research training in biotechnology and life sciences within a world-class scientific environment at ICGEB.
Funding and benefits
- PhD fellowship funding to pursue research in biotechnology and life sciences
- Access to top-standard international research facilities, cutting-edge instrumentation, and specialised laboratories
- Multidisciplinary scientific training and mentorship in life sciences research
Who can apply?
- Must be a South African woman researcher
- Must be pursuing or seeking to undertake doctoral research in biotechnology or life sciences
Required documents
- Contact the ICGEB Fellowships Unit (fellowships@icgeb.org) for official application guidelines and required documentation
When to apply
- Application deadline: October 20, 2026
How to apply
- Review eligibility criteria and fellowship details on the official ICGEB website
- Prepare application requirements according to ICGEB guidelines
- Submit your application before the closing date of October 20, 2026
- For additional guidance, contact the Fellowships Unit at fellowships@icgeb.org
Additional information
- The SAWBP scheme is run in partnership with South Africa's Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI)
- Fellows undertake doctoral research hosted at ICGEB Cape Town, South Africa
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- South African women researchers currently pursuing or planning doctoral studies in biotechnology or life sciences.
- Scholars seeking access to world-class instrumentation and international research facilities in Cape Town.
- Researchers looking for multidisciplinary mentorship and a collaborative scientific environment.
What should you think carefully about?
- The application process requires direct coordination with the ICGEB Fellowships Unit, so early outreach is essential.
- Applicants must ensure their research focus aligns specifically with biotechnology or life sciences to meet eligibility criteria.
- The fellowship is hosted specifically at the ICGEB Cape Town facility, requiring on-site presence.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This fellowship is a premier opportunity for South African women to advance their academic and professional standing in the life sciences. It provides the necessary funding and infrastructure to complete a PhD while integrating the fellow into a global network of scientific researchers.
Our take
Highly recommended for eligible South African women researchers looking to conduct high-impact doctoral work in a well-supported, international environment.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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