Are you interested in developing your dermatology research interest but find challenges in your home country and require further mentorship?
The ESDR is pleased to offer a fellowship for research mentoring for a dermatologist or scientist from outside Europe to be paired with an established dermatology researcher in the ESDR to facilitate a 4-week laboratory visit (timing and duration are flexible according to individual circumstances) for training and mentorship.
APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED
Eligibility
- Early career dermatologist or skin scientist with interest in research
- Resident in Lower/Middle Income Country*
- A dermatology doctor (medical doctor training or practicing in dermatology) or skin scientist (PhD student, post-doc) recognised in Lower/Middle Income Country
- Good level of spoken and written English
- Past recipients are not eligible for consideration
How to apply
- To apply, please send a 2-page (maximum CV) and a 500-word (maximum) statement describing your motivation for applying for this opportunity and what you hope to gain from the experience to Thomas Florestan at the ESDR office (thomas@esdr.org)
- Applications 10 Feb 2025 and 10 March 2025. Late applications will not be considered
EVALUATION OF THE APPLICATIONS
Applications will be assessed by the ESDR Global Health Mentoring Committee, chaired by Sara Brown (UK)
- Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate a previous commitment to dermatology research and are seeking to develop their research career, and/or to advance research in their local country
- Applications 10 February 2025 and 10 March 2025. Late applications will not be considered
- Applicants will be informed of outcomes in March 2025
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
- Your application must be sent as a single PDF file to Thomas Florestan at the ESDR office (thomas@esdr.org)
- The email subject should be: 2025 ESDR Global Health Mentoring program application
NB: Successful applicants will need to submit a one-page (A4) report on his/her experience to thomas@esdr.org
PERIOD OF APPLICATION:
10 February 2025 and 10 March 2025. Late applications will not be considered
Awards:
- Awards will be up to EUR 5’000 per person to cover travel, accommodation and associated expenses
- The ESDR office can provide documents to assist with visa applications