[Closed] ARUA Early-Career Research Fellowship 2026 (Cohort 2) – Up to 42 Funded Positions for African Scholars – Apply by 15 July 2026

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The African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA), supported by the Mastercard Foundation and the Carnegie Corporation of New York, is now accepting applications for its Early-Career Research Fellowships 2026 – Cohort 2. Up to 42 fully funded fellowship positions are available for early-career researchers at African universities, with a priority of at least 70% for female candidates. This guide covers ARUA Early-Career Research Fellowship 2026 (Cohort 2) in full — funding, eligibility, deadlines and how to apply.

Key Details

  • Fellowship Period: September 2026 – February 2027 (6 months)
  • Deadline: 15 July 2026
  • Number of Positions: Up to 42
  • Host Institutions: ARUA Centres of Excellence (CoEs) and Africa-Europe Clusters of Excellence (CoREs) across 13 African universities
  • Benefits: Fully funded — includes research allowance, living stipend, and travel support (check official guidelines for full breakdown)
  • Gender Priority: At least 70% of fellowships reserved for female candidates
  • Age Limit: Maximum 35 years at time of application

Eligibility

  • Must have completed a PhD within the last 5 years
  • Must be a young faculty or research member at an ARUA member university
  • Open to researchers in any field aligned with ARUA Centre of Excellence themes (science, technology, engineering, health, environment, agriculture, social sciences)

ARUA Early-Career Research Fellowship 2026 (Cohort 2): key details

How to Apply

  • Applications are submitted directly through ARUA’s online portal
  • Required documents typically include a research proposal, CV, and institutional support letter
  • Visit the official ARUA fellowship page for the application portal and detailed guidelines

This is a rare and transformative opportunity for early-career African researchers to dedicate six months to focused research collaboration at world-class African institutions. Don’t miss the 15 July 2026 deadline — submit your application well in advance to allow time for institutional endorsement.

Always verify deadlines and details on the official ARUA website before applying.

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