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ARUA Early-career Research Fellowships 2026 (Cohort 2)
African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA)
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About this opportunity
ARUA, with support from Mastercard Foundation and Carnegie Corporation of New York, offers up to 42 early-career research fellowships for 2026.
The ARUA Early-career Research Fellowships 2026 (Cohort 2) supports up to 42 early-career researchers to conduct research at ARUA’s Centres of Excellence and Africa-Europe Clusters of Excellence.
What it offers
- Up to 42 fellowships for early-career researchers.
- Each fellowship lasts six months, with two possible start dates:
- March–August 2026 (application deadline: 22 January 2026)
- September 2026–February 2027 (application deadline: 15 July 2026)
Who can apply
- African nationals with a PhD in a discipline related to the thematic area of an ARUA Centre of Excellence or Africa-Europe Cluster of Excellence.
- Applicants must be no older than 35 years at the time of application.
- At least 70% of fellowships are reserved for female candidates.
What you'll do
- Conduct research at a host or affiliated ARUA institution.
- Work with mentors and other researchers on relevant studies.
- Publish at least one academic paper (lead/first author preferred) in a high-impact journal (Scopus or Web of Science indexed), with an accompanying policy brief or blog post.
- Deliver at least two presentations and participate in technical workshops.
- Assist in creating partnerships and disseminating research findings.
How to apply
- Visit the ARUA website and those of relevant Centres of Excellence or Clusters of Excellence to review ongoing research projects.
- Submit an application for either the March–August 2026 or September 2026–February 2027 cohort by the respective deadline (22 January 2026 or 15 July 2026).
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Key details
TypeFellowship
LocationPan-African
Deadline15 Jul 2026
EligibilityAfrica
Open to applicants across Africa.
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