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Natural Resources Institute Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

Two-year postdoctoral fellowship at NRI studying vector biology, viral crop diseases (cassava brown streak), and biological pest control in sub-Saharan Africa.

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
PhD in Entomology, Plant Virology, Agronomy, or Molecular Biology
English language proficiency
Excellent English publication record
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Not required
Thesis / Research statement
Three peer-reviewed publications and a 3-page research project plan
Recommendation letters
Three academic reference letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend
£36,000 - £42,000 per annum under AC2 research grade with USS pension
Application fee
Zero application fee
Tuition / joining costs
Full salaried academic appointment

Dates and verification

Application deadline
February 15, 2027
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Greenwich documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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