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E.D. THOMAS POST DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP 2011
FIJC-2011/EDTHOMAS
The José Carreras International Leukemia Foundation was founded in 1988 by the internationally known tenor Jose Carreras. One of the main goals of the Foundation is to support research into the diagnosis, prevention and cure of leukemia and related hematological malignancies.
TYPES OF APPLICATIONS
Initially, applications will be accepted for one post doctoral fellowship to provide funding of 50,000 US dollars for one year, renewable yearly for two additional years upon satisfactory performance. Indirect costs are not to exceed 8% and salary is not to exceed 35,000 US dollars including fringe benefits, with the remainder for supplies and/or equipment.
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates must hold an M.D. or Ph.D. degree and have completed at least three years postdoctoral training but must be less than ten years post their first doctoral degree* when the award begins. There are no restrictions based on nationality, but only one application will be considered from each sponsoring institution. Candidates must be committed to the research goals of the Foundation, must be able to devote at least 60% of their time to the project and must have a sponsoring institution with the academic environment to provide adequate support for the proposed project.
* First doctoral degree:
- U.S. university degrees: M.D., Ph.D. or Sc.D.
- University degrees from Europe and other countries: Doctorate degree (Doctor, Docteur, Ph.D., or analogous)
SELECTION COMMITTEE
Application will be reviewed by the Scientific Advisory Committee of the Foundation. This Committee consists of internationally recognized leaders in the field of leukemic research. The decisions of the Committee are final and not subject to appeal.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
All applications must be typed, single spaced, in English and must follow the format specified in the attached application packet. All forms must be completed and space restrictions adhered to. Deadline for application receipt is November 2nd 2011. Late applications will not be considered. Award announcements will be made by letter early in January. Do not contact the Foundation for results. Reapplication by unsuccessful candidates will be necessary for the following year.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 1 original and 1 CD in PDF file (complete application-including all tables, illustrations and supporting materials) should be sent to:
FUNDACIÓ INTERNACIONAL JOSEP CARRERAS
Att. Anna Boix
Muntaner, 383
08021 Barcelona
Phone: +34 93 414 5566 Fax: +34 93 201 0588
e-mail: fundacio@fcarreras.es
