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CARisSA PhD Studentship

PhD Studentship in Hypertension and Target Organ Damage Detection MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Epidemiology

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Jul 30, 2026

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Keywords

Epidemiology
Biostatistics
Biology
Medical Science
Hypertension
Population Health
Salud Pública
Sub-saharan Africa
Statistics

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CARisSA PhD Studentship – Hypertension & Target Organ Damage Detection in The Gambia

This is a full-time PhD studentship focused on hypertension, target organ damage, and blood pressure measurement in The Gambia. The project examines hypertension detection using clinic, home, and ambulatory blood pressure measurement, and builds on the IHCoR-Africa and CARisSA projects.

The opportunity is hosted by MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM in collaboration with the KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Programme and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. It is aimed at African researchers with a strong background in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, or a related field.

Eligibility highlights: an MSc in Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, or related discipline; at least 2 years of population health research experience; and prior cardiovascular disease research experience in sub-Saharan Africa.

Application deadline: 30 July 2026.

If you are interested in doctoral research at the intersection of cardiovascular health, epidemiology, and public health in West Africa, review the linked studentship page and apply before the deadline.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

More information can be found here

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