The Association of VA Surgeons Foundation is pleased to announce the AVAS Foundation Early Career Faculty Research Award. This grant is available to members of the Association of VA Surgeons who are within 7 years following completion of their post-graduate training. Research proposals in clinical outcomes, health services research, education research, and basic science or translational research that emphasize minimally invasive innovations, patient safety, process improvement, medical education, technological innovation will be considered.
The application deadline is Feb. 8th of the current academic year.
The award is $25,000 for one year.
You must be an AVAS member to qualify.
APPLICATION INTRUCTIONS
Proposals must be submitted as a single file, adhere to the page limits and follow the structure as outlined on the grant file. See link to full grant details below.
Note: The grant only allows for direct costs and a letter from your institution must be provided agreeing to this.
Click this link for grant details
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: February 8, 2027