Applications open for $300K pandemic therapeutics fellowships


Thursday, 09 April, 2026

Applications open for $300K pandemic therapeutics fellowships

Applications are now open for the Cumming Global Centre for Pandemic Therapeutics’ (Cumming Global Centre) inaugural Cumming Global Fellows program.

Early and mid-career researchers globally who hold a PhD or equivalent qualification, with up to 10 years’ postdoctoral work experience, are eligible to apply for the program.

To fund research programs aligned to the Cumming Global Centre’s mission, successful applicants will receive $300,000 in funding over three years ($100,000 per year).

Applicants can be based anywhere in the world.

“The Cumming Global Centre has an ambitious and urgent mission to develop novel technologies to deliver therapeutics at speed for pathogens of pandemic potential,” said the Cumming Global Centre Director, Melbourne Laureate Professor Sharon Lewin.

“No matter where in the world you are based, if you have a vision for cutting-edge research aligned to our mission, then we want to help fund your work and advance your career.”

More information on how to apply is available at www.doherty.edu.au/microsite/cumming-global-centre-for-pandemic-therapeutics/work-with-us/cumming-global-fellows-program.

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