Division of Molecular Biology and Human Genetics

16/03/2026

🎓 Scholarship Opportunity

Calling aspiring researchers across Africa 🌍 — including South Africa — who are passionate about infectious disease research and genomics.

Join an online information session to learn more about the fully funded MSc in Bioinformatics of Infectious Diseases & Pathogen Genomics scholarships at Stellenbosch University, starting in February 2027.

📅 Information session: 1 April 2026
⏰ Registration closes: Midday, 31 March 2026

This multidisciplinary programme brings together expertise from the Faculties of AgriSciences, Medicine and Health Sciences, and Science, equipping students with advanced skills in bioinformatics and pathogen genomics.

If you’re interested in using data science and genomics to tackle infectious diseases, don’t miss this opportunity.

🔗 Register now to attend the information session and learn how to apply.

13/02/2026

🚨 Postdoc Opportunity in TB Research

Join the Research Group at Stellenbosch University and contribute to cutting-edge host–pathogen research using co-culture systems, transcriptomics, and proteomics.

🧫 PhD (≤5 years post-graduation) required
📍 Stellenbosch University
📅 Closing date: 9 March 2026
📧 [email protected]

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05/01/2026

Calling all educators, science communicators, journalists, and researchers — we need yourinput!⭐️

Support the development of South Africa’s Science CommunicationCompetency Model >>> 15 minutes. Anonymous. National impact. 🔎🧪🔬💬🗣️

Complete the HSRC survey at www.hsrc.ac.za/scicom

05/12/2025

📢 Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity – TB Diagnostic Research

The TB Genomics Research Group is inviting applications for a full-time Fellowship focused on advancing the future of tuberculosis (TB) and drug-resistance diagnosis. This project offers the chance to contribute to one of the most pressing challenges in global health: developing faster, more accurate diagnostic tools for TB and drug-resistant TB.

📍 Location: Stellenbosch University, Tygerberg Campus
Research Focus:
🧪 Variability in the M. tuberculosis cell envelope and its impact on diagnostic accuracy
🧪 Evaluation of a microvolume, array-based platform using fluorogenic probes for rapid, phenotypic drug-resistance detection

🕒 Fellowship Period: 2 years (subject to progress and funding)
📅 Start Date: As soon as possible
⏳ Application Deadline: 15 December 2025

📬 How to Apply:
Submit your application letter, full CV, publication list, and contact details of two referees to Dr Marisa Klopper at [email protected].

01/12/2025

This , we are starting the week inspired by the Parkinson’s Disease (PD) Research Group.

Together with the Movement Lab at , the PD research group hosted a vibrant Parkinson’s Awareness and Discovery Day for You ( )​ to honour World Movement Disorders Day 🌷

The event was fun, informative and most importantly, raised awareness about ’s disease. From insightful conversations about PD to an unforgettable flash-mob dance on Rooiplein, the energy was unmatched.

Thank you to everyone who helped to raise awareness and celebrate movement together💜💃🕺

01/09/2025

📢 Special Seminar Alert!

We’re honoured to host Prof Eric Rubin (Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health & Editor-in-Chief of the New England Journal of Medicine) for an in-person seminar at the BMRI.

🗓 3 September 2025
⏰ 09:30 – 10:30
📍 BMRI, Room 1013, Tygerberg Campus

Prof Rubin will be speaking on “The challenge of human challenge in Tuberculosis & Can you believe what you read?” — a session not to be missed!

31/08/2025

Today is your last chance to apply for this incredible opportunity! Work alongside our work class researchers in state-of-the-art labs

Applications are now open for the STEMConnect Job Shadow Programme at the Stellenbosch University Biomedical Research Institute (BMRI)!🥼🧪

Happening from 06 - 10 October 2025, this programme offers high school learners a chance to have hands on lab experiences, mentorship and behind-the-scenes insight into the world of biomedical research🫀🔬🧫 This is your chance to explore various scientific careers firsthand.

Applications close on the 29th of August 2025 at midnight. For more information and the application, apply via the link 🔗 in the bio.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!

29/08/2025

Congratulations to Prof Soraya Bardien on receiving the Women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) award at the 3rd annual Higher Education Women Leaders (HEWLA) Awards, hosted by HERS-SA on 28 August 2025.

Prof Bardien, a professor of human genetics in Stellenbosch University 's Division of Molecular Biology and Human Genetics, leads the Parkinson’s Disease Research Group, the only one of its kind in the African continent. Her team investigates genetic causes and underlying mechanisms of Parkinson’s disease.



Stellenbosch University, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

26/08/2025

📢 Applications close this Friday!!! Submit today for consideration for the 2026 STEMConnect cohort

Applications are now open for the STEMConnect Job Shadow Programme at the Stellenbosch University Biomedical Research Institute (BMRI)!🥼🧪

Happening from 06 - 10 October 2025, this programme offers high school learners a chance to have hands on lab experiences, mentorship and behind-the-scenes insight into the world of biomedical research🫀🔬🧫 This is your chance to explore various scientific careers firsthand.

Applications close on the 29th of August 2025 at midnight. For more information and the application, apply via the link 🔗 in the bio.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!

15/08/2025

🌍 Theme 2: Why Representation Matters

👩🏻‍🔬👩🏼‍🔬👩🏽‍🔬👩🏿‍🔬 This week’s focus: Why is representation of women in science important to you?

Representation isn’t just about visibility — it’s about belonging, opportunity, and showing others what’s possible. These reflections remind us that when women see themselves in science, they know they have a place in it.

13/08/2025

From early days in human genetics to leading groundbreaking Parkinson’s disease research in South Africa at — Prof Soraya Bardien’s journey is one of vision, dedication, and impact. 🌍🧬

Her work not only advances our understanding of Parkinson’s but also paves the way for precision medicine across the continent.

📢 Join us in celebrating this remarkable milestone in science and leadership. See the original post for full event details ⬇️

Join Prof Soraya Bardien as she shares her 40-year journey in human genetics, from humble beginnings to pioneering research on Parkinson’s disease in South Africa. Her work is shaping the future of precision medicine on the continent.
Date: 28 August 2025
Time: 17:30 to 19:30
Read more: https://ow.ly/B1JS50WBAfr