Germany-CGIAR++ Science & Impact Hub Junior Scientists Program (JSP) 2026 – YOA

Deadline: August 15, 2026

Applications are open for the Germany-CGIAR++ Science & Impact Hub Junior Scientists Program (JSP) 2026. Germany and the CGIAR++ system (CGIAR facilities – together with CIFOR-ICRAF, icipe and AVRDC) share an extended custom of collaborating in improvement-oriented agricultural analysis. The Hub goals to additional strengthen this partnership.

It is embedded within the CGIAR Capacity Sharing Accelerator, the place it creates mechanisms for stronger engagement of German science – particularly early-profession researchers – in CGIAR++ actions, amplifies present collaborations, and creates new connections. The Hub’s mission is to strengthen ties between German universities, analysis establishments and CGIAR++ facilities worldwide.

Through a joint Junior Scientists Program (JSP), the Hub helps and empowers the subsequent technology of affect-oriented researchers, providing arms-on expertise, mentorship and interdisciplinary coaching instantly aligned with world improvement targets such because the SDGs, the Paris Climate Agreement, and different multilateral commitments. What is being funded here’s a 6-month area analysis which is collectively supervised by a German University or German analysis establishment and a CGIAR middle, WorldVeg or icipe.

Benefits

• The Hub awards a scholarship of EUR 6,000 for a six-months analysis keep at a CGIAR++ collectively supervised by a German University or German analysis establishment and a CGIAR middle, WorldVeg or icipe
• The Hub provides a scientific assist program for its scholarship holders within the type of programs and seminars

Eligibility

• Enrolment in a M.Sc. program of agricultural sciences or associated diploma (e.g. biology, geography, sociology, veterinary drugs, marine biology, forestry, political sciences, legislation, economics and many others.) at a German college or put up M.Sc. (not enrolled for a PhD).
• Very good command of the English language. In some international locations, information of different languages (e.g. French, Spanish, Arabic) could also be advantageous and even required.
• High diploma of sensitivity in the direction of the tradition within the nation of task; staff participant; means to work underneath stress; willingness to imagine accountability and to work independently.
• Hosting affirmation from a CGIAR++ middle stating {that a} supervisor for the candidate has been recognized and the analysis matter is accepted and the CGIAR++ analysis program or undertaking that the applicant might be connected to.
• Recommendation by and affirmation from a college/analysis establishment supervisor to assist the application and to oversee the analysis matter.

Research tasks aiming on the preparation of a PhD dissertation can’t be supported.

Application

Click here to apply

For extra data, go to Junior Scientists Program.