TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship Programme

This is a fully funded opportunity designed for young scientists from developing countries (excluding Pakistan) who are pursuing a PhD in chemical and biological sciences. The fellowship takes place at the International Centre for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS) in Karachi, Pakistan.

What You Get

• Fellowship duration: between 6 and 12 months (depending on your research plan and ICCBS approval)

• Monthly stipend to cover living expenses like food, housing, local transport, and minor health needs

• Research support, supervisor & access to ICCBS labs and resources

• Language of work: English

Who Is Eligible

• Scientists aged 35 or younger (by end of the application year)

• Hold a Master’s degree in a natural sciences discipline

• Must be registered for a PhD in your home country (Sandwich option allowed)

• Must be a national of a developing country (not holding residency or visa status in Pakistan or any developed country)

• Must provide a “Preliminary Acceptance Letter” from ICCBS and a “No Objection / Registration Certificate” from your home institution

• Evidence of proficiency in English if your previous degree was not taught in English

Fields Covered

• Organic Chemistry

• Biochemistry

• Biotechnology

• Molecular Medicine

• Pharmacology

• Physical / Analytical Chemistry

Timeline & Deadline

• Applications open mid-April and close in mid-August 2025