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E.D. THOMAS POST DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP 2009
FIJC-2009/EDTHOM AS
The José Carreras International Leukemia Foundation was founded in 1988 by the internationally
known tenor Jose Carreras. The goals of the Foundation are to raise money for the support of
research into the diagnosis, prevention and cure of leukemia and related hematological malignancies.
TYPES OF APPLICATIONS
Initially, applications will be accepted for one post doctoral fellowship to provide funding of 50,000 US
dollars for one year, renewable yearly for two additional years upon satisfactory performance. Indirect
costs are not to exceed 8% and salary is not to exceed 35,000 US dollars including fringe benefits,
with the remainder for supplies and/or equipment.
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates must hold an M.D. or Ph.D. degree and have completed at least three years postdoctoral
training but must be less than ten years post their first doctoral degree* when the award begins. There
are no restrictions based on nationality, but only one application will be considered from each
sponsoring institution. Candidates must be committed to the research goals of the Foundation, must
be able to devote at least 80% of their time to the project and must have a sponsoring institution with
the academic environment to provide adequate support for the proposed project.
* First doctoral degree:
- U.S. university degrees: M.D., Ph.D. or Sc.D.
- University degrees from Europe and other countries: Doctorate degree (Doctor, Docteur, Ph.D., or
analogous)
SELECTION COMMITTEE
Application will be reviewed by the Scientific Advisory Committee of the Foundation. This Committee
consists of internationally recognized leaders in the field of leukemic research. The decisions of the
Committee are final and not subject to appeal.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
All applications must be typed, single spaced, in English and must follow the format specified in the
attached application packet. All forms must be completed and space restrictions adhered to. Deadline
for application receipt is November 2nd 2009. Late applications will not be considered. Award
announcements will be made by letter early in January. Do not contact the Foundation for results.
Reapplication by unsuccessful candidates will be necessary for the following year.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED . 1 original and 1 CD in PDF file
(complete application-including all tables, illustrations and supporting materials) should be sent to:
FUNDACIÓ INTERNACIONAL JOSEP CARRERAS
Attn. Anna Boix
Muntaner, 383
08021 Barcelona
Phone: +34 93 414 5566 Fax: +34 93 201 0588
e-mail: fundacio@fcarreras.es
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SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS
The following materials must be submitted:
1. Complete and signed application forms 1 through 8.
2. Current Curriculum Vitae and bibliography of applicant. C.V. must include name, birth date,
social security number or other identifying number as applicable, citizenship, education,
postdoctoral training and professional appointments, listed chronologically.
3. Current Curriculum Vitae and selected bibliography of sponsor. (Limit to two pages).
4. Relevant reprints of applicant (limit of 4-5)
5. Letters of support from:
a) Sponsor
b) Two additional persons familiar with applicant's qualifications.
(These letters can be added to the whole set if the sender agrees to it or can be sent
separately)
6. E-mail address or fax cover if you wish confirmation of receipt of application. Do not call the
Foundation for confirmation.
7.
Refer to the checklist (Form 9). Be sure that all forms are complete, including required
signatures. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED .
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OTHER CONDITIONS
1. The awardee must notify the Foundation of any patent applications and the results of such
application. Royalty Sharing will be determined by the Foundation, the awardee and the
awardee's institution.
2.
The award is to be used solely for research as described in the proposal. Significant deviations
resulting from research findings must be approved by the Scientific Advisory Committee.
3.
If an awardee transfers to another institution prior written approval must be obtained to
continue funding. Letters from the sponsor and three other persons with adequate knowledge
of the project must be submitted at least 60 days prior to relocation. In addition two letters from
the new institution must be submitted. These letters must describe the advantages and
disadvantages for such relocation. The transfer request is subject to review by the Scientific
Advisory Committee. Approval of the sponsoring institution must also be obtained to transfer
any equipment purchased with funds from the Foundation.
4. The award may not be transferred to another individual.
5.
All publications resulting from the research work must include a statement such as the
following: "This research was funded (in part) by a grant (code nr. FIJC-09/EDTHOMAS) from
the Jose Carreras International Leukemia Foundation." Similar acknowledgement should be
made for oral presentations and in press releases.
6. Payments will be made to the responsible financial officer of the awardee's institution.
7. The awardee will submit an annual progress report one month before the end of each
year of the award . This report should describe specific goals achieved and outline future
plans. An evaluation of the awardee's progress is also required from the awardee's sponsor.
Copies of publications which have resulted from the work should also be provided. Failure to
provide adequate reports will result in cancellation of the award.
8.
The Foundation does not assume any legal or moral responsibility or obligation for the
research or for the conduct of the recipient. All such responsibility remains with the awardee's
sponsoring institution.
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JOSEP CARRERAS INTERNATIONAL LEUKEMIA FOUNDATION
FORM 1
APPLICANTS NAME
Project Title
Applicant
Name
Address
E-mail Telephone Fax
Sponsor
Name
Address
E-mail Telephone Fax
Institutional Financial Officer
Name
Address
E-mail Telephone Fax
Project will involve:
[_] Biohazards
[_] Human Subjects [_] Adults [_] Children [_] Fetal Material
[_] Laboratory Animals
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Form 2
Applicant
Abstract (limit 300 words)
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Form 3
Applicant
Provide a detailed description of the proposed project. Material should include, but is not limited to:
(Maximum 4 pages)
Specific aims
Materials and methods
Significance
Institutional environment and support
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Form 4
Applicant
BUDGET
8
Form 5
Applicant
Brief list equipment and space available for the project. Limit 1 page.
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Form 6
Applicant
List the name, address phone number and Fax number, if available for the two persons you have
requested to supply letters of recommendation in addition to your sponsor.
Name
Address
E-mail Telephone Fax
Name
Address
E-mail Telephone Fax
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Form 7
Applicant
List all current and pending support for the applicant.
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Form 8
Applicant
INSTITUTIONAL AGREEMENT
If applicant
is awarded a fellowship from the Jose Carreras International Leukemia Foundation, the
Institution will provide space, equipment and support facilities as described in the proposal. The
institution also assures compliance with regulations of animal welfare, use of human subjects and
biohazards safety where applicable.
The institution agrees to accept the overhead allocation of 8%.
The institution agrees to royalty sharing if any patents result from research based on the applicant's
project.
Institution
Name of director or designated official
Signature & stamp
Applicant's name
Applicant's signature
Sponsor's name
Sponsor's signature
Date
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Form 9
CHECKLIST
1. Completed application forms 1 through 8.
2. Current curriculum vitae and bibliography of applicant.
3. Current curriculum vitae and short bibliography of sponsor.
4. Copies of applicant's relevant reprints.
5. Letters of recommendation to be added to the application set.
Please make certain that pages are numbered, your name is on each page, and that all required
signatures are completed. Send the original and the requested PDF CD to:
Attn. Anna Boix
Fundación Internacional Josep Carreras
Muntaner 383
08021 Barcelona (SPAIN)
fundacio@fcarreras.es
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