Research Fellowships
12–24 month fellowships for early-career scientists in virology, genomics or clinical research. Mentorship from senior investigators and access to live outbreak datasets.
Careers & Opportunities
Build a career at the frontline of emerging-disease science.
Fellowships, residencies, laboratory roles and exchange opportunities — for those ready to do consequential work.
Pathways into the institute.
Clinical Residencies
Rotations through the Lassa fever isolation ward, infectious diseases service and clinical trials unit at ISTH.
Laboratory Scientists
Roles in molecular diagnostics, sequencing, bioinformatics and biosafety operations.
Public Health & Community Engagement
Field roles in surveillance, risk communication and community health worker support.
Visiting Scientists
Short-term placements (4–12 weeks) for international researchers and students through our exchange programme.
Administrative & Operations
Project management, data, finance and ICT roles supporting the institute's growing portfolio.
Why IVEPCR
More than a job — a contribution to global health security.
Mission-driven work
Contribute directly to outbreak response and pandemic preparedness.
Mentorship
Work alongside Nigeria's most experienced VHF clinicians and scientists.
Global network
Collaborate with DTRA, partner universities and international research consortia.
Career growth
Co-author publications, attend international conferences, build a research portfolio.
How to apply.
We accept applications on a rolling basis. Please send your CV, a one-page statement of interest and the names of two referees to ivep@isth.org.ng.
Specific calls for fellowships and grant-funded positions are announced on our News page and circulated through partner networks.