Pediatric Dermatology Career Development Award
Supports early-career faculty research to advance the science and care of pediatric dermatologic diseases, emphasizing mentorship and institution-backed career development.
Funder: Society for Pediatric Dermatology
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Full application) | November 1, 2026 (Renewal application)
Funding Amounts: $75,000/year for up to 2 years (new awards); renewals at $55,000–$75,000/year, up to 3 years total
Summary: Supports early-career faculty conducting research in pediatric dermatology to advance care and scholarship for infants and children.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted via the CDAFG Research Award Portal; strict eligibility and institutional requirements apply.
Description
This award is designed to foster the development of emerging leaders, educators, clinical scholars, and translational investigators focused on dermatologic diseases affecting infants and children. It provides substantial salary support to early-career faculty, enabling them to establish themselves as independent investigators and contributors to the advancement of pediatric dermatology. The program emphasizes strong mentorship and institutional commitment and aims to support research that will lead to improved patient care and future success in securing major federal funding.
