Career Development Award
The Career Development Award supports early-career colorectal surgeons in launching innovative, mentored research careers in diseases of the colon, rectum, anus, or small bowel.
Funder: Research Foundation of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
Due Dates: March 15, 2027 (Career Development Award)
Funding Amounts: $75,000 per year for 2 years (total $150,000); second year contingent on satisfactory review
Summary: Supports early-career colorectal surgeons in launching academic research careers, emphasizing mentorship and innovative research.
Key Information: Applicants must be within 5 years (up to 7 with extension) of first faculty appointment and commit at least 25% non-clinical time.
Description
This award is designed to empower early-career academic colorectal surgeons by providing foundational support as they develop independent research careers. The focus is on career development and mentorship, rather than solely on the research project. The award supports promising investigators demonstrating creativity in research related to the pathophysiology or management of diseases of the colon, rectum, anus, or small bowel. The program aims to nurture the next generation of leaders in colorectal surgery through both financial support and structured mentorship.
