Dear ASCers,

 

Applications are open for the Heart Foundation's Australian Indigenous Scholarship for cardiovascular research. This is only the second year  the award has been offered.

Please forward it to researchers in your networks who might be interested in applying.

 

See below for information about the scholarship. If you have any questions, feel free to send me an email.

 

Regards,

Jacinta

 

Research Program Communications Coordinator

Heart Foundation

 

 

 

 

The Australian Indigenous Scholarship is designed to encourage and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to undertake a PhD or Masters (by research) in cardiovascular research.

The Heart Foundation believes that strengthening the research capacity and workforce in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cardiovascular research will, in turn, have a broader impact on the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Eligibility criteria: Applicants must be identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples

Duration: Up to 2 years for Masters and up to 3 years for PhD

Value: Stipend of $40,000 pro rata per annum

More information and application forms: http://www.heartfoundation.org.au/research/funding/Pages/australian-indigenous-scholarships.aspxSee