PhRMA Foundation Pharmacology/Toxicology Post Doctoral Fellowships
Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America Foundation
Award: $40,000
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
To support post-doctoral career development activities of individuals prepared to engage in research that integrates information on molecular or cellular mechanisms of action with information on the effect of an agent in the intact organism. Qualifications: Applicants must 1) hold a Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D. or Sc.D. degree in a field of study logically or functionally related to the proposed post doctoral activities, 2) hold a faculty appointment that presents eligibility for sabbatical leave from their institution, 3) have institutional approval of a sabbatical plan that includes partial salary matching the PhRMA Foundation stipend, and 4) have an endorsement from a mentor who agrees to sponsor the applicant’s visiting scientist activity; candidates will have approval for sabbatical leave from their institution and a commitment from the research mentor who will host them at the visiting institution; must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on the committee criteria. How to apply: Applicants should include general registration information; curriculum vitae or bio sketch; extended letter; thesis project description; a titled abstract of approximately 200 words concerning proposed research plan; official transcripts; thesis advisor information and letter of reference; reference letter from an individual other than the thesis advisor, who is knowledgeable about the candidate's scientific skills, must comment on the candidate's potential for a career in research. Focus: Pharmacology; Toxicology.