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University of Glasgow

VectorGrid-Africa PhD Studentship

Fully Funded PhD in Mosquito Ecology, Vector Genomics and Climate-Related Disease Transmission in Mozambique University of Glasgow in United Kingdom

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Epidemiology

Funding

Fully funded PhD studentship offering a £1,600 monthly stipend and tuition fee coverage for up to three years. The award includes joint supervision and periodic training visits to the University of Glasgow.

Deadline

Nov 8, 2026

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Epidemiology
Environmental Science
Biology
Entomology
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About this position

Fully funded PhD opportunity in vector-borne disease surveillance at the University of Glasgow, with the research based at the Manhiça Health Research Centre and the University of Eduardo Mondlane in Mozambique.

The thesis will investigate mosquito ecology, vector genomics, and climate-related disease transmission. The project is associated with VectorGrid-Africa and involves joint supervision, field-based research, and periodic training visits to Glasgow.

Applicants should have a Master's degree in biological sciences, entomology, ecology, epidemiology, public health, or a related discipline. Fluency in both English and Portuguese is required, alongside readiness for fieldwork and the ability to undertake independent research.

The studentship provides a £1,600 monthly stipend, tuition fee coverage for up to three years, joint supervision, and periodic training visits to the United Kingdom. The application deadline is 8 November 2026.

Relevant study areas include biology, public health, environmental science, medical science, entomology, epidemiology, vector genomics, and climate-sensitive infectious disease research.

Funding details

Fully funded PhD studentship offering a £1,600 monthly stipend and tuition fee coverage for up to three years. The award includes joint supervision and periodic training visits to the University of Glasgow.

What's required

Applicants must hold a Master's degree in biological sciences, entomology, ecology, epidemiology, public health, or a related field. Fluency in English and Portuguese, readiness for fieldwork, and the ability to conduct independent research are required.

How to apply

Review the VectorGrid-Africa PhD Studentship details and apply through the linked application page. Submit the required academic qualifications and demonstrate English and Portuguese fluency, fieldwork readiness, and independent research ability before 8 November 2026.

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