News from the Western States Node: Apply to the LEAD Program

The Learning for Early Careers in Addiction and Diversity (LEAD) program, a NIDA-funded science education program focused on addictions research training is recruiting a new cohort of scholars. The program trains early career substance use disorder researchers from racial/ethnic minoritized groups that are underrepresented as NIH funded investigators. The program announcement includes eligibility criteria and instructions about how to submit an application for consideration.

Find the application here.

The requirements are on the application, which include the following:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Statement of research program (4 pages), including a study title, specific aims (1-page), and bibliography for a pilot study, which will be funded by LEAD.
3. Quantitative and quantitative research methods experience
4. Department chair support letter and three recommendation letters

Posted October 13, 2023