Cystic Fibrosis Canada - Early Career Investigator and Fellowship Awards 2016

Sponsor

Cystic Fibrosis Canada

For More Information

For more information, please go to the CFC website.

Description

1. To provide early career investigators an opportunity to develop outstanding CF research programs and build a team through operating grant support without having to compete against established investigators.
2. To build capacity in CF research in Canada by supporting highly qualified fellows who are undertaking full-time research training in areas relevant to cystic fibrosis.

Eligibility

1. An independent researcher who has not held a Cystic Fibrosis Canada grant in the past and has held his/her first full-time academic or research appointment for a period no longer than 60 months at the time of applying
2. Individuals who hold MD or PhD degrees are eligible to apply.

Fellowship (initial) applicants who will have completed four or more years of training as of the October 3rd application deadline, following their PhD or MD (post-MD clinical training), are not eligible to apply.

Funding Availability

1. amount of award determined by the scientific review panel and Research Advisory Board
2. dependent upon academic qualifications, and research experience. Award levels are reviewed on an annual basis, and will correspond with prevailing Canadian rates

Indirect Costs

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Special Notes

Please read 2016/2017 Grants and Awards Guide 

How to Apply

For both competitions, applicants must use online application available on the CFC website