Call for Applications: 2015 Macy Faculty Scholars Program

Call for Applications: 2015 Macy Faculty Scholars Program We are pleased to invite applications for our fifth class of Macy Faculty Scholars. The Macy Faculty Scholars program is designed to identify and nurture the careers of promising educational innovators in medicine and nursing. With support from the Macy Foundation, scholars will implement new educational innovations at their home institutions and participate in career development activities. Chosen scholars will receive: Salary support of up to $100,000 per year for two years At least 50% protected time for two years to pursue educational projects Active mentorship by a senior faculty member at their institution Access to the program’s national advisory committee Opportunities to participate in Macy conferences and other national meetings The deadline for applications is February 11, 2015. All applications must be completed online. Eligibility Criteria Candidates must: 1. Be a faculty member for more than five years in a United States accredited nursing school, allopathic medical school, or osteopathic medical school. 2. Be nominated by the dean of the school, and there can be no more than one nominee per school. 3. Have a faculty mentor who will advise the candidate on the candidate’s educational innovation project and on his/her career development. 4. Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or its territories
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