Leadership through Scholarship Fellowship
Forecasted
The Leadership through Scholarship Fellowship by STFM is a yearlong program advancing scholarly writing, research, and academic leadership for early- and mid-career family medicine faculty.
Funder: Society of Teachers of Family Medicine
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,200 registration fee (scholarships available to cover tuition; registration includes two in-person workshops and conference registration; travel not included)
Summary: Yearlong fellowship for early- and mid-career faculty to develop scholarly writing, academic leadership skills, and receive expert mentorship in family medicine education.
Key Information: STFM membership required to apply; limited tuition scholarships available.
Description
The Leadership through Scholarship Fellowship is a yearlong program from the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) aimed at early-career and mid-career faculty in family medicine or related academic fields. The fellowship focuses on advancing participants' scholarly writing, academic advancement, and leadership skills through a blend of expert mentorship, curriculum-based training, and practical experience. Fellows receive personalized guidance in developing research questions, publishing scholarly work, navigating career challenges (such as the minority tax), and preparing for academic promotion and leadership roles. The program includes both individual and group mentorship, manuscript development, CV review, and strategies for overcoming barriers to career advancement.
