The East African Consortium for Clinical Research (EACCR) in collaboration with the University of Lausanne, Switzerland and Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) is offering training opportunities to promising East African Scientist interested in building career in clinical trial capacities in the area of vaccinology. This programme known as International Masters in Vaccinology (IMVACC) comprises one year of on-line teaching of vaccinology followed by a 6 months to one year specialization internship in a vaccine-related activity (industry, basic or translational research, regulatory affairs, etc.) including the preparation of a master's thesis. Graduates will gain a broad knowledge of how vaccines are designed, developed, manufactured and implemented through public health programs.
The programme will consist of 4 theoretical modules in the first year of study totaling 40ECTS (1200 study hours) followed with a Master’s thesis in the second year carrying 20ECTS (600 study hours). Some examinations will be done online while others will be done during face to face sessions that will require the candidate to travel to Lausanne University. A total of three (3) face to face sessions for the whole duration will be attended.
For detailed information visit https://imvacc.bio-med.ch/cms/Default
What will be supported?
The costs for the course including registration, tuition fees, round trip flights, visa processing fees, meals and accommodation during face to face visits to Lausanne University will be covered by the collaboration.
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Successful candidates will be required to meet any other costs including any additional learning materials not offered online such as books, computers among others
Who should apply?
Applicants with one of the following academic qualification can apply:
- Basic training in vaccinology or Immunology at Bachelor’s degree as the main area of specialization (This will need to be assessed by the hosting University to determine eligibility)
- Medical degree (MD/Doctor of Medicine degree) are especially encouraged to apply.
- Other basic degree in a health related field are also encouraged to apply
- In addition, candidates seeking EACCR support must be from EACCR collaborating Institutions
UR-CMHS
Initiated by Dr Brenda Kateera and now spearheaded by Dr Stefan Jansen, the University of Rwanda is a partner in the EACCR2 consortium. Through this consortium, we are in a position to offer the unique opportunity to obtain a Masters in Vaccinology at Lausanne, Switzerland. We offer this position to all medical doctors in Rwanda with a relevant background. You can apply by sending your CV and a one page motivation letter (Arial 11, single line spacing) to Prof Gahutu, Prof Rulisa, Dr Brenda and me.
Deadline for applications is 24th March 2019
For more information,please visit https://cmhs.ur.ac.rw/?q=node/450