Scholarships for the Next Generation of Scientists is a Cancer Research Society funding program with the goal of supporting the future generation of Canadian researchers. The award consists of two part covering a period of three years, with no possibility for renewal.
Part 1: 1 year - $50,000
The one-year postdoctoral salary award are for a candidate finishing his/her fellowship. The candidate must have completed at least two (2) years of postdoctoral training when he/she will accept the salary award on September 1st .
There is a possibility of extending Part 1 of this award for a maximum period of six months. See FAQ for more details.
Part 2: 2 years $120,000
($60,000 / year)
The operating grant is awarded once the candidate has obtained a faculty position at a recognized Canadian institution. This grant is for a maximum of two years.
IMPORTANT: Applying for only one part of the award is prohibited.
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February 1, 2019 Application form the Scholarships for the Next Generation of Scientists is available online
April 26, 2019 Deadline for submitting an application
June 28, 2019 Deadline for Publication Updates
July 2019 Evaluation committee meeting
August 2019 Results are announced following approval by the Cancer Research Society's Board Directors
September 2019 Payments to grantees begin
Important : Applying for only one part of the award is prohibited.
All the answers to the questions that you may have concerning the scholarships for the next generation of scientists.
Lucille Beaudet, Ph.D., MBA
grants@src-crs.ca, or 514 861-9227, ext 234
Toll free: 1 866 343-2262, ext 234
