Over the past few months, ESID Education Committee (including Juniors and PIDCD working parties) has updated and refined the ESID Fellowships Program to ensure a smoother application and review process for all applicants.
We are pleased to announce the program is now open and continues to offer two distinct opportunities – Observership grant and Research fellowship – for ESID members to expand their expertise, strengthen inter-institutional collaboration, and advance research and care in Primary Immunodeficiencies (PIDs). You can find more information about each below and apply by November 10th!
ESID Observership Grant
Purpose: To provide financial support for ESID members wishing to travel abroad to acquire a specific skill – for example, a laboratory technique or a clinical practice – that can be implemented in their home institution upon return.
Duration: 2 weeks – 2 months
Financial Support: €1200/month (€300/week) + €500 travel grant
Key Eligibility Points:
- Be an ESID Member.
- Be accepted by a hosting institution for the proposed goals (arrangements must be made by the applicant).
- The observership must start after the application deadline.
- The proposed skill is not available for learning at the applicant’s home institution.
- The applicant demonstrates sufficient preparation and motivation to acquire the skill.
- The host institution offers high-quality training and performs the skill regularly.
- The home institution is committed to implementing the new skill post-fellowship.
- The applicant shows active engagement with ESID and/or other PID organizations.
Necessary documents to apply:
Please be sure to have the following documents to provide when submitting the Application form:
- Curriculum Vitae with special highlight on list of publications/meeting communications of PID.
- Letter of support from the applicant’s head of department or supervisor. Please, note that a head of department or supervisor can provide a letter of support only to one candidate.
- Letter of invitation from the accepting institution.
How to Apply
To apply for the Observership Grant, please complete this APPLICATION FORM.
📅 Application deadline: Monday, November 10th
ESID Research Fellowship
Purpose: To support ESID Junior Members conducting research in the field of PIDs at a host institution abroad. The fellowship may serve as a foundation for long-term collaboration or as a significant career development step for the fellow.
Duration: 4 – 6 months
Financial Support: €1200/month + €500 travel grant
Key Eligibility Points:
- Be an ESID Junior Member.
- Be accepted by a hosting institution for the proposed goals (arrangements must be made by the applicant).
- The fellowship must start after the application deadline.
- The candidate demonstrates a strong background and adequate theoretical/practical skills to execute the project.
- Prior research experience in PIDs is evidenced by publications or conference participation.
- A well-structured research proposal outlines the project’s objectives, feasibility, and the applicant’s specific role.
- The host institution provides appropriate supervision, facilities, and material resources.
- The applicant has a proven commitment to the PID field including ESID involvement.
Necessary documents to apply:
Please be sure to have the following documents to provide when submitting the Application form:
- Curriculum Vitae with special highlight on list of publications/meeting communications of PID.
- Letter of support from the applicant’s head of department or supervisor. Please, note that a head of department or supervisor can provide a letter of support only to one candidate.
- Letter of invitation from the accepting institution.
How to Apply
To apply for the Research Fellowship, please complete this APPLICATION FORM.
📅 Application deadline: Monday, November 10th
We warmly encourage all eligible members to apply and take advantage of these valuable opportunities to build skills, advance research, and strengthen the international ESID community.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us on esidadministration@esid.org .
