The Research Development Program by the Orthopaedic Trauma Association supports early career clinician scientists in orthopaedic trauma with research funding, mentorship, and professional development.
Funder: Orthopaedic Trauma Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, Research Development Program)
Funding Amounts: $35,000 total per award over 2 years (paid in installments)
Summary: Supports early career clinician scientists in orthopaedic trauma with mentorship, education, committee experience, and research funding.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may shift—check the program page for updates.
The Research Development Program from the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) is designed to foster the professional growth of early career clinician scientists in orthopaedic trauma. The program integrates research funding, structured mentorship, committee experience within the OTA research council, education in grant writing, and opportunities for career development. Awardees receive funded travel for face-to-face external mentorship, sponsored participation in development events, access to OTA’s online survey system for pilot data collection, and journal reviewer opportunities. The aim is to support emerging leaders and advance research skills in the field.