Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025 are open for application now. This fully funded fellowship offers a great opportunity for international students to pursue postdoctoral research. In this guide, we’ll cover the fellowship details, benefits, and how to apply.
The Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025-2026 provide full financial support for a period of 2 years, with the option for a 1-year extension. The fellowship package includes a competitive stipend, health insurance, and other valuable benefits.
Additionally, successful fellows may apply for ICGEB Early Career Research Grants to support their research as Principal Investigators (PIs) upon returning to an ICGEB Member State.
Named in honor of Prof. Arturo Falaschi, the fellowships support postdoctoral research in the fields of Life Sciences at ICGEB labs located in Trieste (Italy), New Delhi (India), and Cape Town (South Africa). This program is open to scientists from ICGEB Member States.
Key Information for Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025
- Level of Study: Postdoctoral
- Institution(s): ICGEB (International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology)
- Locations: Trieste, Italy / New Delhi, India / Cape Town, South Africa
- Fields of Study: Life Sciences
- Program Duration: 2 years, with a possible 1-year extension
- Deadline: March 31, 2025 (Applications open October 1, 2024)
Benefits of Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025
The Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships offer the following benefits:
- Monthly Stipend:
- Trieste: €2,000
- New Delhi: USD 1,590
- Cape Town: ZAR 23,000
- Travel Support: Coverage for travel expenses to and from the ICGEB lab at the start and end of the fellowship.
- Health Insurance: Medical insurance provided for the duration of the fellowship.
- Research Costs: Fully covered by the research group’s budget.
- Visa and Permit Costs: Reimbursement for visa and permit application and renewal fees.
- Accommodation:
- Trieste: No on-campus housing, but a list of housing contacts will be provided.
- New Delhi: On-campus guesthouse available at nominal rates.
- Cape Town: Accommodation arrangements will be made prior to arrival.
Eligibility Criteria for Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships
To be eligible for the Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Language: Proficiency in English is required.
- Nationality: Applicants must be nationals of an ICGEB Member State. They may not apply for fellowships in their home country unless they have worked abroad for the last 3 years at the time of application.
- Degree: Must hold a PhD in Life Sciences with at least 3 years of research experience.
- Age: Preference is given to candidates under the age of 35.
How to Apply for Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships
To apply for the Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowships, follow these steps:
- Create an account on the ICGEB application portal.
- Submit the required documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal
- PhD degree certificate
- Personal statement
- Three references (including one from your most recent university or institution)
For more information and to apply, visit the official ICGEB website.
