Our program allows for a cohort of 3 Scholars appointed each year, which will provide a good balance between creating a community of fellows and the program’s ability to provide personalized training and mentoring. Scholars will be selected based on academic achievement and potential, as well as on the strength of the potential mentor-mentee match.

Eligibility information

This NIH K12 supported training grant is limited to individuals 1) with less that 24 months of post-doctoral training at the time of application, and 2) that are a citizen or a non-citizen national of the United States or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence at the time of appointment.

We run two application cycles per year, with deadlines on February 15 and August 15. The application materials include:

1. CV (Curriculum Vitae) - Please include the following sections in your document: I. Present position and contact information, II. Education, III. Professional Experience, IV. Scholarship, V. Teaching, and VI. Service (Word doc or PDF). *Please do not include pictures*
2. Personal Statement (up to 2 pages) - Please address: a) Previous research accomplishments and involvement in your scientific community; interest in teaching and mentoring students; b) How participation in IRACDA at OHSU would further your career; c) And how your background or experiences will increase the diversity of the community of scholars at OHSU.
3. Dissertation Abstract
4. Research Plan (2 pages, co-written with OHSU mentor)
5. Equitable and Inclusive Research and Teaching Competencies Essay (1 page)
6. Mentor Plan (letter of support from OHSU faculty mentor) - The letter of support from your faculty mentor should detail how they will assist you with your research training, career development training, and how they will support your teaching training. Additionally, the mentor should address their plan to help you with long-term career development - for example, a brief explanation of how the mentor will support you in advancing beyond the postdoctoral training period.
7. Two Recommendation Letters

If you have any questions about the application process, please reach out to iracda@ohsu.edu for assistance.