Are you a budding researcher passionate about aging and age-related diseases? The American Aging Association (AGE) is excited to announce the AGE Early Career Scholar’s Program, an initiative dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion within the geroscience research community. This prestigious program is designed to support and elevate talented early career scholars from under-represented backgrounds, providing them with invaluable resources and opportunities to thrive in the field.
Unlock Opportunities: Why Apply to the Age Early Career Scholars Program?
The AGE Early Career Scholars Program is more than just an award; it’s a launchpad for your career in aging research. As a selected scholar, you will receive a comprehensive package designed to accelerate your professional growth and expand your network within the geroscience community. The benefits include:
- Two-Year AGE Membership: Gain access to a vibrant community of leading researchers, resources, and opportunities within the American Aging Association for two full years.
- Travel Award to the 2025 AGE Annual Meeting: Receive a $1300 travel award to attend the 2025 AGE annual meeting, a premier event in the field of aging research (https://www.americanagingassociation.org/annual-meeting). This is your chance to immerse yourself in cutting-edge research, network with experts, and present your own work.
- Present Your Research: Showcase your research on a prominent platform at the AGE 2025 annual meeting. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain visibility, receive feedback, and engage with leaders in geroscience.
- Dedicated Mentorship: Be paired with a senior member of the AGE trainee chapter for ongoing mentorship. Benefit from personalized guidance, career advice, and support from an experienced researcher in your field.
- Additional Membership and Meeting Opportunities: Beyond the ten selected scholars, additional 2-year AGE memberships and virtual 2025 meeting registrations will be awarded, further expanding the reach and impact of this diversity initiative.
Are You the Ideal Candidate? Who Should Apply?
This program is specifically crafted for early career researchers who are passionate about aging research and identify as an under-represented minority in biomedical sciences. If you answer yes to the following questions, we strongly encourage you to apply:
- Current Student Status: Are you currently an undergraduate, postbaccalaureate, graduate student, or postdoctoral fellow?
- Under-represented Minority Identity: Do you identify as an under-represented minority in biomedical sciences? This includes, but is not limited to, individuals from the following groups (as defined by the NIH – https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-20-031.html):
- Blacks or African Americans
- Hispanics or Latinos
- American Indians or Alaska Natives
- Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders
- Individuals with disabilities
- Individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds
- Women
- Focus on Aging Research: Is your research focused on aging or age-related diseases? You might be studying aging without even realizing it! Research areas such as metabolic diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and infectious diseases are all intrinsically linked to aging processes.
If you meet these criteria, the AGE Early Career Scholars Program is an exceptional opportunity to propel your career forward and become a part of a supportive and inclusive geroscience community.
Application Details: What You Need to Apply
Please note: The application deadline for the AGE Early Career Scholars Program has passed. However, we encourage you to prepare for future opportunities by understanding the application requirements.
To apply, you would have needed to submit a single PDF document containing the following:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Biosketch: Submit your CV or biosketch in any format that best represents your experience and qualifications.
- Research Abstract: A concise research abstract (maximum 300 words) outlining your research. Results are not required. Clearly indicate how your research relates to aging and geroscience.
- Personal Statement: A short paragraph (maximum 500 words) explaining your motivation for joining AGE and how this award would contribute to your career aspirations.
Celebrating the 2024 AGE Early Career Scholars & AGE / AFAR Diversity Awards
AGE Early Career Scholars & AGE / AFAR Diversity Awards
Congratulations to the accomplished individuals selected as the 2024 AGE Early Career Scholars and AGE/AFAR Diversity Award recipients! We celebrate your achievements and look forward to your contributions to the field.
New Resources and Opportunities for Trainees
The AGE Trainee Chapter is continuously developing new resources to support early career researchers like you:
- Explore Career Development Content on YouTube: Visit our YouTube channel for new content focused on career development in aging research.
- Peer Mentoring Program: We are developing a peer mentoring program within the Trainee Chapter to connect early and senior trainees for mutual support and guidance.
- Get Involved with the Trainee Chapter Committees: Would you like to play an active role in supporting AGE trainees? Join one of our TC committees ([/assets/images/AGE%20Trifold%20for%20web%20site%20%281%29.jpg]) and contribute to empowering the next generation of geroscience researchers.
