Postdoctoral Transition Fellowship

VISTA/CVR Postdoctoral Transition Fellowship

The VISTA/CVR Postdoctoral Transition Fellowships provide financial support our high-calibre postdoctoral scholars who are currently working under the supervision of a VISTA/CVR Core Member.  These awards will help support our scholars as they prepare for, and transition to, the next stage of their careers.

Award Details

Value:

$70,000 for 1 year. In addition, annual research allowance $7,500 and annual networking allowance $1,000.

Frequency:

One competition per year.

Application Deadline:

The next application deadline will be on November 4, 2024.

Eligibility

All applicants must:

  • Identify and confirm a VISTA/CVR Core Member as your supervisor.
  • Be an existing postdoctoral fellow in VISTA or CVR who have been in their positions for at least 2 years as of September 1st, 2024.

Expectations of successful applicants

  • Submit an annual progress report.
  • Meet annually to discuss progress with your VISTA committee.
  • Present progress annually at the VISTA research retreat.
  • Apply for external funding (e.g. CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC).
  • Regularly attend CVR seminars.

HOW TO APPLY