NBBTP/IRTA Fellowships

National Biosafety & Biocontainment Training Program (NBBTP) /Intramural Research Training Award (IRTA) Fellowship at the NIH. The NBBTP/IRTA Fellowship is designed specifically for life science majors (biology, microbiology, epidemiology, infectious disease, pharmacology, toxicology (or related fields including plant/agriculture and/or veterinary academic backgrounds) OR mechanical engineering/facility management majors interested in operations & management careers in high-containment facilities.

This is an intensive two years, immersive TRAINING experience including traditional lectures, reading assignments, mentoring projects, and travel to off-site conferences and training sessions. NBBTP/IRTA Fellowships are available only to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Applications are due August 3, 2020, for Fellowships beginning January 6, 2021. Read our eligibility guidelines, How to Apply, and FAQs at www.nbbtp.org; email info@nbbtp.org with questions.