ICGEB South African Women in Biotechnology Programme SAWBP Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026
The ICGEB-SAWBP Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme supports South African women researchers holding a PhD degree in Biotechnology or a related discipline to perform hypothesis-driven research at ICGEB Cape Town.
About This Opportunity
The program is a partnership between ICGEB, the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation, and the National Research Foundation (NRF) of South Africa. It offers a two-year postdoctoral position in a top-class international scientific environment at ICGEB Cape Town in specified macro areas of biotechnology.
What You Get
- Two-year Postdoctoral Fellowship at ICGEB Cape Town
- Non-taxable stipend of ZAR 320,000 per annum and research costs of ZAR 50,000 per annum
- Additional mobility support to visit other ICGEB Components in Trieste, Italy and New Delhi, India plus mentoring and peer-to-peer learning
Eligibility
- Female applicants only who are South African citizens or South African Permanent Residents with a valid South African ID number
- Hold a PhD degree in Biotechnology or a related discipline
- Preference given to Black and disabled applicants
How to Apply
Contact the Principal Investigator or Group Leader at the chosen ICGEB Cape Town laboratory in advance to discuss the proposed research project and obtain a mandatory letter of endorsement. Apply via NRF Connect under NRF Postdoctoral Grants, indicating 'ICGEB' as the institution.