HESI DART Professional Development Award
The HESI DART committee invites graduate trainees working in DART or any closely related field to apply for the DART Professional Development Award. Part of a multi-faced trainee program, this award provides an opportunity to attend scientific conferences, workshops, training courses, or related opportunities to build core competencies and transferrable skills, and/or share your research. Awardees are invited to attend HESI DART Business meetings to learn about the emerging topics and existing scientific programs within HESI DART along with the opportunity to network with experts in the DART field.
Award: For 2023, two selected candidates will each receive a $2000.00 USD award to support attendance at relevant scientific conferences, workshops, training courses, or another related opportunity that contributes to professional development (e.g., laboratory visit for specialized training or another venture). The award must be used within 12 months of receipt. A required “Proof of attendance” is to be submitted no later than 30 days after the sponsored event.
Qualifications and Requirements: Eligible candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate program (MS or PhD candidates) and involved in research related to developmental or reproductive toxicology, pathology, or a related field (e.g. cell biology, biochemistry) OR hold a current postdoc position/appointment (no longer than 5yrs) related to these research areas.
Application: To apply, please send to smitchell-ryan@hesiglobal.org: 1) completed application form, 2) CV or bio sketch, and 3) one reference letter from mentor.
Deadline for submission: 31 May 2023
Contact Dr. Shermaine Mitchell-Ryan (smitchell-ryan@hesiglobal.org) or Dr. Connie Chen (cchen@hesiglobal.org) if you have any questions about HESI DART or this award or to submit your application.