ASTS – Novartis Fellowship in Transplantation

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Description

ASTS and Novartis Pharmaceuticals continue their commitment to providing qualified surgeons with additional clinical training in the field of solid organ transplantation.  It is intended to support training with a comprehensive experience in the clinical aspects of transplant surgery, as well as involvement in related clinical, translational and/or laboratory research.

Amount

$42,500 per year for 2 years.

Funds support

Supports salary and benefits as well as direct research expenses.
No indirects will be paid.

Applicant Eligibility

Please review these eligibility requirements carefully to ensure that you apply for an appropriate award.

• Current clinical trainee in transplant surgery, or accepted as a trainee, in an ASTS approved transplant fellowship.
• Completed surgical residency and demonstrated a career commitment to the area of transplant surgery.
• Research and clinical experience must be sponsored by an ASTS Member.
• Applicant must reside in North America.
• Awardee may not concurrently receive any other financial support for the proposed research from ASTS, AST, ACS, SUS or other society granting similar support.  

• Online Application Form
• Narrative:  3 page maximum plus 1 page of graphics permitted.   State the reason for applying for the award, specific objectives for the duration of the award, and future plans and goals. 
• Autobiography:  1 page maximum explaining your educational background, choice of career and interest in transplantation and research. 
• Budget:  1 page maximum
• Department Chair Nomination Letter
• Member Sponsor Letter
• CV

Other Requirements

• The Awardee must attend the ASTS Awards Ceremony at ATC to formally accept the award.
• An abstract must be submitted for presentation at an ATC or ASTS Winter Symposium during the award period or within 6 months of award completion.
• A mid-report to the ASTS National Office must be submitted in the spring of the first year.