The Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowship aim to support collaborative research between scientists from ICGEB Member States and research groups at ICGEB laboratories. The program is focused on capacity building, skill acquisition, and technological transfer through short-term stays in leading international laboratories.
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Description
Nationality
Must be a national of an ICGEB Member State
Research Location
Cannot be in country of origin (unless candidate has been working abroad for ≥3 years)
Education
Recent PhD in Life Sciences or at least 3 years of research experience
Preferred Age
Below 35 years
Support Letter
Must have prior approval and written support from a Group Leader/PI at the ICGEB host lab
Financial Support
Component
Trieste (Italy)
New Delhi (India)
Cape Town (South Africa)
Monthly Stipend
€2,300
$1,749
ZAR 25,000
Travel Support
Provided (round-trip from home country)
Health Insurance
Covered for entire duration
Visa Fees
Reimbursed
Family Support
Not provided
Host Institution Accommodation
Location
Accommodation Provision
Trieste
No on-campus housing; support list of contacts will be shared
New Delhi
Guest House available on campus (twin-share basis, nominal fee)
Cape Town
Accommodation support arranged prior to arrival
Required Documents for Application (PDF Format)
Full CV
Written Statement from ICGEB Group Leader
Valid passport or national identity card (at least 12 months validity recommended)
Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, Cambridge, or equivalent) – Not required if academic studies were in English
Selection Criteria
Scientific excellence and feasibility of the proposed research project
Academic qualifications and research track record of the applicant
Expected benefit and impact for the applicant’s home country
Evaluation by the ICGEB Fellowships Selection Committee
The selection for Arturo Falaschi Postdoctoral Fellowship may take several weeks depending on application volume.
How to Apply
Contact an ICGEB Group Leader in your field to discuss collaboration and get their written statement of support.
