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John Gavin Postdoctoral Fellowship
May 17, 2025, 00:01

John Gavin Postdoctoral Fellowship

This prestigious fellowship supports early-career researchers with a doctoral degree who aim to build an independent scientific career in any cancer-related field, including biomedical, clinical, public health, epidemiological, or psychosocial research. The award provides full salary support and flexibility over two to five years to facilitate a sustainable path to independence.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • New Zealand citizens or permanent residents

  • Completed a PhD (or equivalent) within the last five years

  • In some cases, applicants with a submitted thesis but pending final results may apply (award is conditional on final degree approval)

  • Must not already hold more than one Principal Investigator application in the same round

  • Must commit to Māori Health Advancement as outlined by the Health Research Council

Funding Details:

  • Covers two years of full postdoctoral salary

  • Flexible award period: 2 to 5 years

  • No overheads, capital costs, or conference travel included

  • Salary ceases if a tenured position is secured

  • Separate application required for professional development or training-related travel

  • Salary based on NZ academic standards if tenured overseas

Deadline:

Varies each year; typically opens ~2 months before deadline. Applicants must check the Cancer Research Trust portal and consult their host institution’s internal deadline.

Further Information:

Cancer Research Trust grants portal: https://www.cancerresearchtrustnz.org.nz

Contact: [email protected]