The primary goal of the American Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education’s Pre-Doctoral Research Fellowship program is to positively impact patient and public health by supporting high performing students who possess the skill and aptitude to become outstanding scientists and leaders in the pharmaceutical industry, academia, and the government/nonprofit sectors.
The awards are given to individuals who, in the judgment of the scientific review panel, have met the following criteria:
- Demonstrated superior academic achievement and a have high overall ranking within their department
- Have exceptional basic science knowledge
- Show high potential and commitment to becoming outstanding pharmaceutical scientist
- Display strong leadership
- Have prior research experience
- Demonstrate strong laboratory skills relevant to their discipline
- Display honorable personal character and ethics
- Exhibit strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
- Have strong written and oral communication skills
- Have submitted a compelling, novel, relevant and feasible research proposal that advances science and ultimately improves patient and public health
Key dates:
- Call for Applications: November 6, 2017
- Application Part 1 Deadline: November 28, 2017
- Application Part 2 Deadline: January 9, 2018
- Award Notification on or about: April 1, 2018 (subject to change)
