The Biomedical Engineering Unit at Makerere University, in collaboration with Case Western Reserve University, invites applications for PhD fellowships under the SIGHT program. This initiative, funded by the U.S. NIH – Fogarty International Center (Award Number D43-TW012260), aims to enhance capacity in medical technology innovation by providing graduate-level training in Biomedical Engineering (BME) to Ugandan researchers.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Junior or mid-level researcher/scientist affiliated with Makerere University.
- Possession of a prior master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field.
- Ability to articulate a clear research problem.
- Project idea related to chronic movement disorders; research interest in this area is encouraged.
- Commitment to developing a productive career in Uganda.
- Demonstrated training and experience in biomedical engineering or adjacent fields.
- Willingness to undertake and complete all training mandated by the BME program at Case Western Reserve University.
- Commitment to publishing research conducted under this training in open-access peer-reviewed journals.
Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrated interest in doctoral research training and conducting research.
- Interest in Medical Devices and Technology Research and Innovation.
- Project idea focusing on an area related to chronic movement disorders.
- A plan for career development aligning with Uganda’s BME research needs.
- Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Application Procedure:
- Submit a single PDF document to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected].
- Subject of the email should be “PhD Scholarship Application 2023.”
- Include a cover letter (1 page), a resume (not exceeding 3 pages), a personal statement (1 page), transcripts and certificates (BSc and MSc), a PhD research concept (maximum 2 pages), and two letters of recommendation (sent separately by the referees to [email protected]).
Timeline:
- Application Deadline: January 16th, 2024
- Interviews: January 19th, 2024
- Notification Date: January 22nd, 2024
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