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The CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars program is designed to accelerate the development of highly talented early career researchers in their pivotal first years as independent principal investigators in an academic or research institution, with responsibilities for research and teaching. The program has three core components:

1. Fostering interdisciplinary research excellence
2. Developing and broadening networks
3. Strengthening leadership skills

Funding

Scholars receive $100,000 CAD over two years. Eligible expense includes but are not limited to: research projects, teaching release, trainee support, conference travel, etc.

Eligibility

Scholars must hold a PhD (or equivalent) and be employed in a full-time position. Postdoctoral fellows are not eligible to apply to this program. Applicants must be available to attend a virtual interview on March 19 and 20^th, 2025.

Full eligibility requirements can be found in the program guidelines.

How to apply

In 2024/2025, the CIFAR Research Programs accepting applications are:

• Boundaries, Membership & Belonging
• Earth 4D: Subsurface Science & Exploration
• Fungal Kingdom: Threats & Opportunities
• Innovation, Equity & the Future of Prosperity

Anyone interested in this competition should contact ors.int@dal.ca as soon as possible to discuss eligibility requirements and next steps.

Contact Details

Internal: ors.int@dal.ca
External: global.scholars@cifar.ca

Deadlines

ORS Internal: November 6, 2024
External: November 20, 2024 – 11:59 Pacific Standard Time (UTC-8)

Unless otherwise specified, the standard ORS internal deadline is 10 business days ahead of the funder deadline. The grants facilitator for your faculty or this opportunity can be found on the staff contact page. For additional resources, click here for guidance on internal deadlines and submission processes.