American Epilepsy Society – Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
Background and Purpose
AES Postdoctoral Research Fellowships support postdoctoral trainees conducting research into the causes, treatment, and consequences of epilepsy under the guidance of a mentor with expertise in epilepsy research. Proposals are welcomed across the spectrum of basic, translational, and clinical epilepsy research.
Supplementary Training Grants
Applicants to the Postdoctoral Research Fellowship have the option of applying for an additional supplementary training award to attend a high-quality training course or conference that will supplement the training received during their award. Virtual or in-person training opportunities may be considered. Applications for this supplemental support must be submitted alongside the Postdoctoral Research Fellowship application but will not affect the likelihood of receiving an award.
Proposals are due by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on Thursday, January 12, 2023
1 year
$50,000
Applicants must:
1. Hold a MD, DO, PhD, ScD, PharmD, RN, or equivalent degree.
2. Be a postdoctoral fellow at an appropriate institution before the start date. Researchers with non-independent faculty positions such as Instructor, Adjunct Professor, Research Assistant Professor, or non-tenure track Assistant Professor may apply if they are working under the supervision of a primary investigator but are strongly encouraged to outline a clear plan for transition to independence. Researchers with appointments at the level of Associate Professor are not eligible, nor are graduate or medical students, medical residents, permanent government employees, or employees of private industry.
3. Have a defined research plan and access to institutional resources to conduct the proposed project.
4. Have a qualified mentor(s) with expertise to supervise and provide guidance on the specific aspects of epilepsy-related research targeted in the proposal. The mentor must not also be serving as the primary mentor for any other applications for early career grants to AES and must not be submitting a Junior Investigator Research Award (see Application Policy #2 in the submission guidelines).
5. Have not previously been awarded an AES Postdoctoral Fellowship.
In addition:
6. U.S. citizenship is not required; however, all research must be conducted in the U.S.
7. Applications are encouraged from women, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities.
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