Amgen Fellowship Training Award

Purpose

To help ensure that a highly trained workforce is available to provide competent clinical care to those affected by rheumatic diseases.

Eligibility

Only training directors at ACGME-accredited institutions in good standing may apply. The rheumatology fellowship training programme director at the institution will be responsible for the selection and appointment of trainees. Award applicant must be a citizen or non-citizen national of the United States of America, or be in lawful possession of a permanent resident card. Individuals on temporary (J1, H1) or student visas are not eligible.

Frequency

• Annual

Study Length

1 year

Award Value

Recipients will receive $25,000 to support the salary and fringe of one trainee. The award is paid directly to the sponsoring institution and payments are disbursed in two equal installments of $12,500.

Application procedure

Application forms are available on website.

Closing date

August 1st

Contributor

Amgen, Inc.

Study Level

• Doctorate