Faculty Fellowship

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions - Faculty Fellowship

Can a non-U.S. citizen OR a non-permanent resident apply for the fellowship?

U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is NOT required for the Faculty Fellowship.

If my department head or division chief is also my mentor, will one letter of recommendation be sufficient?

Yes. However, it is imperative that the recommender indicate in the letter that he/she serves both roles. Also, it is imperative that the letter address all the requirements listed under both the “department head/division chief” and “mentor” categories.

If I have two mentors for my project, may I submit letters of recommendation from both of them?

Yes, submitting letters of recommendation from two mentors in addition to the letter of recommendation from the department head/division chief is fine.

What is covered in the Fellowship award?

The award is for salary and research support for the awardee (fellow) only. Indirect costs are not supported by this award.

Does the applicant need to submit proof that he/she is being promoted from clinical/research fellow to instructor?

The letter from the department head/division chief should indicate the promotion status.

If the applicant has been an instructor/assistant professor for over 10 years, does this mean that they are no longer eligible?

An instructor or assistant professor, regardless of his/her years of appointment, is considered junior faculty, and, therefore, is eligible to apply.

Is the doctoral eligibility requirement specific to certain degrees?

Degree requirements are: MD, or PhD, DO, DMD, DDS, and ScD. There may be other doctoral degrees that are included as well.

Does the applicant’s research need to focus on diversity or health disparities?

No.

Are applicants conducting international research eligible to apply?

Yes.

What is the start date for the Fellowship?

The Faculty Fellowship can begin as early as Mid-February and must begin no later than July 1.