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About the SASTE Grant 4 Scholarship 2025
Are you a dedicated researcher from Sub-Saharan Africa looking for an opportunity to advance your studies internationally? The Supporting African Science and Tertiary Education (SASTE) Grant 4 Scholarship 2025 offers an exceptional chance to conduct research in Austria with full financial support.
The SASTE Grant is a prestigious funding initiative designed to support promising researchers from Sub-Saharan Africa in key scientific disciplines. This program enables scholars to undertake a research stay in Austria, providing them with the resources and environment necessary to enhance their expertise. The scholarship prioritizes fields with a strong societal impact, including Agriculture, Forestry, Water Management, Renewable Energies, Nutritional Science, and Human & Veterinary Medicine. Additionally, research incorporating Technical Sciences and IT within these domains is also eligible.
Eligible Fields of Study
Scholars working in the following disciplines are encouraged to apply:
- Agriculture
- Forestry
- Water Management
- Renewable Energies
- Nutritional Science
- Human and Veterinary Medicine
- Technical Sciences and IT (if related to the main research topics)
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the SASTE Grant 4 Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be postdoctoral scientists under the age of 42 (or 45 for women with childcare responsibilities).
- Hold a research position in an African institution, ensuring their return post-scholarship.
- Have research experience in one of the eligible fields.
- Preferably hold a PhD earned outside Austria (not mandatory).
- Not have studied or worked in Austria within the six months before applying.
- Possess 3 to 7 years of postdoctoral experience in a university or research organization in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Have a contract with their home institution valid for at least two years post-research stay.
- Provide a confirmation letter from both their home institution and the Austrian host institution agreeing to support their research.
- Demonstrate proficiency in English or German.
Required Application Documents
Candidates must submit the following:
- Research Proposal (6–10 pages): Detailed project outline, methodology, relevance, and expected impact.
- Motivation Letter (up to 2 pages): Justification for applying and career aspirations.
- Curriculum Vitae: Including a list of publications and professional achievements.
- Employment Confirmation: Proof of at least two years of employment post-scholarship.
- Recommendation Letter: From the head of the applicant’s home institution.
- Host Institution Letter: Confirmation from an Austrian supervisor accepting the applicant and providing necessary facilities.
- In-Kind Contribution Confirmation: Documented support from the home institution (e.g., fieldwork assistance, equipment, etc.).
- Disclosure of Additional Funding—If applicable.
- Identity Documents: Passport, birth certificate, and judicial record extract.
Benefits of the SASTE Grant 4 Scholarship
The SASTE Grant provides comprehensive support, including:
- Duration: Research stay of 12 to 24 months (non-extendable).
- Monthly Stipend: €1,500 for living expenses.
- Housing Allowance: Up to €600 per month.
- Travel Budget: Up to €3,000 per year for scientific visits and conferences.
- Institutional Support: €2,500 per year allocated to the Austrian host institution for research-related expenses.
- Fieldwork Support: Additional in-kind contributions from the home institution.
- Additional Funding: Applicants with external funding sources must disclose them.
How to Apply
All application documents should be submitted via email to:
Univ. Prof. Dr. DDr. h.c. Hubert Hasenauer
President, Austrian-Africa Uni-Net
Institute of Silviculture, Peter Jordan Strasse 82, 1190 Wien, Austria
Email: hubert.hasenauer@boku.ac.at
This is a fully funded opportunity to advance your research in Austria while strengthening academic ties between Africa and Europe. Please note that the deadline for applications is 30 November 2025. If you meet the eligibility criteria, don’t miss this chance—apply now and take your research career to new heights!
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See also:
Tokyo University Amgen Scholars Program 2025: Apply Now!
The Letten Prize 2025 for Researchers: Apply Now!
