Advanced Research Methodology Evaluation and Design (ARMED) Pilot Grant
A one-year mentored research grant for emergency medicine faculty to generate pilot data and advance their research careers through skill development and academic engagement.
Funder: Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $25,000 from SAEMF plus $25,000 required departmental/institutional match ($50,000 total) over 1 year
Summary: Supports emergency medicine faculty for a mentored, one-year research project to generate pilot data for future funding and career advancement.
Key Information: Matching departmental/institutional funds ($25,000) are required; applicants must be ARMED Course graduates and SAEM faculty members.
Description
This opportunity provides one year of mentored research support to faculty in emergency medicine, with the goal of helping investigators obtain pilot data and develop their academic research careers. The program focuses on strong mentorship, skill development in research methodology, and the successful completion of a research project that will position the awardee for future extramural grant applications. Awardees are expected to remain engaged with the emergency medicine research community, present results at the SAEM Annual Meeting, and publish their findings in peer-reviewed journals.
