Pathway to Independence Award

To apply for the Pathway to Independence Award, you need to submit:

• An application packet coversheet with your name, email, department and mentor.
• A listing of all first-author peer-reviewed publications, grants and fellowships since arriving at UNMC.
• A PDF of your best publication as it was published.
• A one-page narrative of your career goals, whether in academia or elsewhere, that demonstrates your clear planning, preparation, strategy and relevant achievements. Please provide specific examples and evidence. The narrative must adhere to the following formatting requirements:
  • 1-inch margins
  • Single-spaced
  • 12-point Times New Roman or other professionally appropriate font.
• A current CV that follows the NIH Biosketch format
• A letter of recommendation, preferably from your current mentor, that evaluates your career preparation and excellence in scientific contribution and achievement. This letter should not exceed two pages.

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.