Sponsor
ALS Canada and Brain Canada
For More Information
For additional information, please visit the Brain Canada website for
- Program guidelines
- Application forms
- Evaluation criteria
See attached Terms of Reference 2023 for more information
Description
The Career Transition award program will identify and engage rising stars pursuing innovative research in labs and academic institutions in Canada. This program has the long-term goal of developing the next generation of scientists across various disciplines within basic and clinical sciences, contributing to knowledge generation and translation in ALS.
Eligibility
Applicant must be a postdoctoral fellow (have a Phd) or Research Associate working at a Canadian institution to transition into an independent position contributing to ALS research.
By the time of the funding start date, the applicant should be ready to transition within the next 2 to 3 years
Non-Canadian citizens or permanent residents training in Canadian labs are eligible to apply, but, if awarded, they would need to demonstrate they are eligible to work/study in Canada for the duration of the requested funding.
Maximum Project Value
$250,000 CAD which breaks down as $60,000 salary and $20,000 research allowance yearly, except for year three where the research allowance increases to $30,000
Indirect Costs
0%
Project Duration
3 years
Deadlines
If College-level review is required, your College will communicate its earlier internal deadlines.
| Type | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Internal Deadline | Applicant to submit a copy of application along with a complete OR5 form to research.services@uoguelph.ca. | |
External Deadline | Complete applications should be submitted via email to the ALS Canada Research Team (research@als.ca). |
How to Apply
See "Application Process" in the attached Terms of Reference 2023 document.
Attachment(s)
| Attachment | Size |
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 Terms of Reference 2023 | 274.88 KB |