The VCP3 ended & no longer accepts applications
Application Criteria
Candidates needed to be currently be working in vector control at a reputable African research institute, hold a Master of Science and/or Doctor of Philosophy and have proven, relevant work experience.
Candidates were required to:
- Upload their CV
- Write a letter of interest in response to a specific partnership placement description
- Provide a letter of recommendation from the Director or Line Manager at their home research institute, providing approval for the candidate to be seconded to the Industry
- If they wish to, submit a second letter of recommendation from another individual in the candidate’s professional network (e.g., a mentor or colleague)
- Be able to effectively communicate and work in English
Applicants can apply for multiple positions within the programme, but separate applications must be made for each position. Applicants can apply via the LSTM recruitment portal.
Recruitment Process
The recruitment process included a first screening of the applications in order to shortlist candidates who are eligible for the placement.
A second round of evaluation of the applications were be carried out, and selected applicants were invited for an interview with the placement’s industry representatives and the Innovation to Impact team.
The successful candidates were offered a secondment and were able to start the placement when a bilateral contract between the industry and the researcher were signed off by both parties.
Further information
The I2I programme ended in October 2026 with the successful completion of the Vector Control Professional Placement Programme.