Applications are currently being accepted for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Lise Meitner Programme Visit 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About IAEA Lise Meitner Programme Visit
The Lise Meitner Programme (LMP), organised by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), offers a specialised professional visit designed to provide participants with practical exposure to the nuclear fuel cycle. The programme combines technical learning, site visits, and international collaboration to strengthen expertise in sustainable nuclear energy.
Benefits of IAEA Lise Meitner Programme Visit
- Participants will gain insight into the complexity and scale of the nuclear fuel cycle facilities, as well as understand the importance of addressing societal expectations for reducing the burden of generated wastes and preserving natural resources.
- In addition, the programme will provide the opportunity to attend an international forum of information exchange on achievements, challenges, lessons learned and prospects concerning the nuclear fuel supply chain and the application of circular economy principles at the different steps of the nuclear fuel cycle.
- Participants will also explore how these aspects could be adapted in existing and future nuclear power programmes in their own countries, with a focus on enhancing sustainability, circular economy, natural resources preservation, and industrial developments.
- They will also benefit from participation in sessions and activities that focus on leadership development
IAEA Lise Meitner Programme Visit Requirements
Women professionals with a nuclear-related background relevant to the focus area of the visits; examples can be found here Currently employed with between 3-10 years of relevant work experience in a nuclear related field; OR final year PhD students in the nuclear field with relevant prior work experience Completed relevant bachelor's degree, master's degree or PhD Nationals of eligible IAEA Member States listed above
Application Date and Process
- Complete the online application form (will be available on 15 April 2026)
- Provide the requested documents as noted in the application form: Copy of passport Diplomas (Bachelor’s, Master’s and/or PhD)
For applicants who are employed, additional required documents are:
- Two-page summary of current work Completed employer’s release and recommendation form sent directly to the LMP Team by the employer
For applicants in their last year of PhD studies, additional required documents are:
- Relevant publication(s) and/or brief description of PhD thesis (max 2000 words) signed by the PhD supervisor Completed PhD supervisor release and recommendation form sent directly to LMP Team by the PhD supervisor
Application Deadline
15 April, 2026
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