Leadership through Scholarship Fellowship
The Leadership through Scholarship Fellowship by the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine trains early- and mid-career faculty in academic leadership and scholarly writing for family medicine.
Funder: Society of Teachers of Family Medicine
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,200 tuition (registration fee); limited scholarships available to cover tuition; travel expenses not included
Summary: Yearlong fellowship providing mentorship and training in scholarly writing and leadership for early- and mid-career faculty in family medicine.
Key Information: STFM membership is required to apply; application window opens annually.
Description
The Leadership through Scholarship Fellowship is a yearlong professional development program offered by the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM). It is designed for early- and mid-career faculty who wish to advance their skills in scholarly writing, academic leadership, and career progression within family medicine education. The fellowship features a combination of expert mentorship, a robust curriculum, group and one-on-one coaching, and practical workshops aimed at helping fellows publish scholarly work and develop personalized leadership strategies. The program places special emphasis on overcoming barriers such as the minority tax and supports participants in advancing their academic careers.
