Procter Scholar Awards
Trustee Award & Procter Scholar (TAPS) Program
The goal of the Procter Scholar Program is to support the development of highly skilled pediatricians with a strong commitment to pursuing a career in academic research. Funds will support highly skilled MD or MD, PhD Pediatric fellows who are transitioning to a faculty appointment, with the goal to enable the transition to a National Institutes of Health K-level award or K-level equivalent awards from foundations. Successful candidates will have a:
- Strong commitment to pursuing a career in academic research
- Record of accomplishment in research
- Strong mentorship along with a clear path to independent research
- Well defined scientific research plan
The deadlines for applications are the first Monday of May or October at 5:00 pm.
For further information please contact:
Jorge Bezerra, MD (jorge.bezerra@cchmc.org)
TAPS Program Director
Cynthia Wetzel, PhD (cynthia.wetzel@cchmc.org)
TAPS Program Manager
