Established in honor of the late SWOG leader, mentor, and friend Dr. Nicholas J. Vogelzang, the Nicholas Vogelzang SWOG GU Scholarship supports early stage investigators to travel to 2 SWOG group meetings (spring and fall). Each Vogelzang Scholar will be paired with a senior mentor to help them not only at the meeting but throughout their early career years.
Eligibility
M.D. or equivalent within 7 years of completion of final training (e.g., Hematology/Oncology, Urology, Radiation Oncology, etc.). A resident or fellow in their final year of training may apply. Must be a member (or concurrently apply for membership) of SWOG. Scholars must commit to attending the spring and fall SWOG group meetings in the year they are selected.
Evaluation
Applications will be evaluated in 4 areas; please be sure to address each in the materials submitted:
- Candidate background
- Training
- Publications
- Clinical trial and/or translational medicine development experience
- Current and future research plans
- Detailed mentorship plan (up to one page)
- Career potential with future SWOG GU committee contribuation
Note: Deadlines which fall on a weekend or federal holiday are extended through 5pm ET the earliest business day thereafter.
Key Dates
- Submission deadline: January 15
Note: Deadlines which fall on a weekend or federal holiday are extended through 5pm ET the earliest business day thereafter.