The Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) in partnership with the Academy of Medical Sciences (AMS) in the United Kingdom and the Network of African Science Academies (NASAC), invites applications for a three-day African Researcher Career Development Workshop. This initiative aims to provide career development and collaboration opportunities for early career researchers and emerging research leaders in low and middle-income countries (LMICs).

The workshop is scheduled to take place on 13-15^th November 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa.  It is designed to support health-focused early career researchers (post-doc with up to seven years post-PhD experience) in advancing their careers. Participants will engage in a practical three-day program focused on grant writing, delivered by experienced researchers from across Africa. The workshop will feature complementary sessions on relevant themes, presentations by accomplished senior researchers, and networking opportunities, to facilitate peer interaction and relationship building.

The application link can be found here: https://acmedsci.flexigrant.com/startapplication.aspx?id=13715. Applications are open from 23^rd August – 9^th September 14:00 BST. 

To maximise participation, the cost of flights, meals, accommodation, and airport transfers in Johannesburg will be covered. 

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If you have any questions, please contact international.programmes@acmedsci.ac.uk.

Don’t miss this exciting career development opportunity!