Postdoctoral Grant Program
The Postdoctoral Grant Program from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health funds postdocs to advance research and professional development in health, healthcare, and health equity.
Funder: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Due Dates: August 17, 2026 (Proposal submission deadline, 5 p.m. CDT)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 for up to one year; typically 10 grants awarded per cycle.
Summary: Supports postdocs at UW School of Medicine and Public Health to advance research, education, or professional development in health and health equity.
Description
The Postdoctoral Grant Program, administered by the Wisconsin Partnership Program at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH), is designed to foster the professional development of postdoctoral trainees, fellows, research associates, and clinical fellows. Under the mentorship of a supervising faculty member (serving as Principal Investigator), the program funds research or educational projects, as well as professional development activities, that advance health, healthcare, or health equity in Wisconsin and beyond. The program aims to empower early-career researchers to make impactful contributions to biomedical and health sciences.
