ILRI PhD Graduate Fellowship 2025: Development of African bovine pluripotent stem cell resources

ILRI PhD Graduate Fellowship 2025: Development of African bovine pluripotent stem cell resources. Apply below.

When is Application Deadline:

2nn August 2024

Tell Me About ILRI PhD Graduate Fellowship:

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a PhD graduate fellow to work on the development of African bovine pluripotent stem cell resources. The successful fellow will be hosted by the Centre for Tropical Livestock Genetics and Health (CTLGH) – Livestock Genetics program at ILRI.     

Responsibilities of the fellow:

1. Conduct a literature review on candidate genes for genome editing in tropical cattle.
2. The de novo establishment of African bovine pluripotent stem cell lines and differentiation potential of the PSC/iPSC.
3. Assess the gene editing potential of few targeted candidate genes from African bovine PSC/iPSCs.
4. Derive and establish stable embryonic PSC or iPSC lines of African indigenous cattle breeds with desirable traits.
5. Characterize derived cell lines against the donor tissues for their stability and biobanking.
6. Write scientific papers and conference presentations on the results from PhD studies.

Type:

Fellowship

Who can Apply for ILRI PhD Graduate Fellowship?

Minimum requirements

1. Possess a Master of science in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), developmental biology or related disciplines. Preferred undergraduate degree of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
2. Demonstrate good laboratory experience in animal stem cells derivation, andrology, and In vitro fertilization (IVF).
3. Proven publication track record in animal stem cells and ARTs.
4. Ability to work independently in an interdisciplinary research environment, and in multi-cultural, multi-national, multi-disciplinary teams.
5. Willingness to be based in Kenya full-time throughout the PhD programme with short research stays in priority research countries and at the Roslin Institute, University of Edinburgh, UK.
6. Experience in livestock fieldwork in developing countries
7. Experience in general laboratory techniques, including vector construction, quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR).
8. Good writing skills in preparing reports and manuscripts.

Desirable attributes:

1. First-hand experience with pluripotent stem cell culture and gene targeting/editing   technologies.
2. Experience in flow cytometry and fluorescence-activated cell sorter (FACS).
3. Knowledge, skill, and competence in applying molecular tools to analyze cellular phenotypes.
4. Being a registered veterinary practitioner is an added value.

Which Countries are Eligible?

African countries

Where will Award be Taken?

The position will be based in ILRI Kenya.

How Many Awards?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of ILRI PhD Graduate Fellowship?

 ILRI will offer a competitive stipend to cover living expenses, medical insurance cover, and meet research expenses. The successful candidate will be supervised jointly by an ILRI scientist and the university/academic supervisor(s).

How Long will Award Last?

3 years

How to Apply for ILRI PhD Graduate Fellowship:

Applications should be sent to the Capacity Development Manager, ILRI, by clicking on the tab “APPLY NOW” on or before 02nd August 2024. The position title and reference number REF: GF/LG /02/2024 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.

Apply Now

Visit Award Webpage for Details