The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), in collaboration with the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), is inviting applications from qualified candidates for a fully funded research assistantship opportunity.
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine/University of Nigeria Nsukka Scholarship covers full study costs, monthly stipends, travel opportunities, mentorship from leading academics, and access to international professional networks. Successful applicants will also benefit from co-authorship opportunities and hands-on research experience.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) & London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)
- Host Country: Nigeria | United Kingdom
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Monthly Stipend | Travel Costs | Professional Mentorship | Co-authorship Opportunities | International Networking
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: July 15, 2026
Scholarship Details
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine/University of Nigeria Nsukka Scholarship is currently accepting applications from eligible MSc and PhD students for Research Assistantship positions under an international research project hosted at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
The research initiative focuses on “Professional Personhood among Africa’s Paradoxically Surplus Health Workers” and seeks to examine the social, cultural, political, and economic dimensions of health workforce challenges across Nigeria, Zambia, and Uganda. The project employs a mixed-methods research approach and offers selected candidates the opportunity to contribute to impactful research while gaining valuable academic and professional experience through collaboration with international scholars and institutions.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine/University of Nigeria Nsukka Scholarship, applicants must:
Criteria for MSc Program:
- Be a prospective student or currently enrolled in:
- Medical Anthropology
- Sociology
- Demography
- Public Health
- Health Policy
- Health Systems
- Development Studies
- Or a related discipline
- Demonstrate interest in health systems and workforce research
- Possess research skills and willingness to learn
- Have good communication and organizational abilities
- Show experience in research data collection and analysis
Criteria for PhD Program:
- Be a prospective student or currently enrolled in:
- Medical Anthropology
- Sociology
- Demography
- Public Health
- Health Policy
- Health Systems
- Development Studies
- Or a related discipline
- Demonstrate interest in:
- Health systems research
- Health workforce studies
- Labour studies
- Sociology of professions
- Related fields
- Have experience in qualitative research methods
- Be familiar with analytical software such as:
- NVivo
- Atlas.ti
- SPSS
- Stata
- Or similar research tools
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine/University of Nigeria Nsukka Scholarship will receive:
- Full Research Assistantship Funding
- Monthly Stipend
- Professional Mentorship
- Opportunity to Travel to Other Project Locations
- Mentorship from Leading Professors and Researchers
- Exposure to Qualitative and Mixed-Methods Research Techniques
- Opportunity for Co-authorship of Publications
- Conference Presentation Opportunities
- Professional Development and Networking Opportunities
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- A 2-page Cover Letter explaining suitability for the position
- Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Evidence of Current Enrollment in an MSc or PhD Program
- Sample of Academic Writing, which may include:
- Published Article
- Conference Paper
- Dissertation Chapter
- Term Paper
- Research Report
How to Apply
To apply for the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine/University of Nigeria Nsukka Scholarship:
- Visit the program advertisement webpage
- Compile all required application documents into a single PDF file
- Send the completed application to:
- Use one of the following email subject lines:
- “Application for Research Assistant Position – PhD Student”
- “Application for Research Assistant Position – MSc Student”
- Submit your application before the deadline
- Kindly wait for feedback if shortlisted
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