Postdoctoral Fellowships for Basic Scientists Program
Parkinson's Foundation
Award: $57,000–$124,000
Deadline: March
To provide for young scientists, fresh from their PhD training or neurology residency, to study at major research institutions. Qualifications: Applicants must be within five years of receiving their Ph.D. at the time the award starts (i.e., on or after August 1, before five year); If awarded, fellow must commit 80 percentage of their effort to the Parkinson's Foundation-funded project; additionally, fellows may not concurrently hold an overlapping award from another source; applications from groups that have been historically underrepresented or excluded in the scientific workforce, including but not limited to racial and ethnic groups, sexual orientation and gender identities, individuals with mental/physical disabilities, and those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, are especially encouraged. Selection criteria: LOIs and full proposals are subject to peer review and are competitively ranked based upon the candidate’s accomplishments, scientific merit, potential to develop into an independent scientist, impact of proposed research upon Parkinson's disease, and alignment with the foundation’s mission. How to apply: Applicants must submit online application form. Focus: Medical research; Parkinson's disease.