Training Awards
Proposal Central
A Commitment to Research
The Arthritis Foundation is pleased to announce an RFA for new research and training grants. Learn more.
Postdoctoral Fellowship -The purpose of the Arthritis Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship is to encourage qualified physicians and scientists to embark on careers in research related to the understanding of arthritis and the rheumatic diseases. This award provides a salary stipend for MDs, DOs, PhDs, or equivalent for up to three years. The second year of the award will be based on project progress; the third year will be issued after a competitive renewal. Renewal will be based on the progress of the project, publications and demonstration of professional presentations. Ninety percent time must be devoted to the funded research project. The award amount is $50,000/year for salary or stipend.
Doctoral Dissertation Award for Arthritis Health Professionals - The purpose of the Doctoral Dissertation Award is to advance the research training of arthritis health professionals in their investigative or clinical teaching careers related to the rheumatic diseases. This award provides one or two years of salary and/or research support. The research project must be related to arthritis management and/or comprehensive patient care in rheumatology practice, research or education. Not for laboratory research. The award is for $30,000 per year.
