Cumming Research Award

Deadline for nomination is Apr. 30, 2024

This is an award for overall research achievement within the Cumming School of Medicine. It is anticipated that this would be an award for the top 1 per cent of our faculty and represent an acknowledgement of outstanding success over many years. Achievement could be from any of the areas of research but the impact on the school, community or discipline must be outstanding and clearly recognized. The award is accompanied by a $30,000/annum salary stipend and the recipient can call themselves a Cumming Scholar. The award would for a 5-year term. This is not renewable.

By nomination only:

  • The nomination package will consist of a single letter of recommendation and an up-to-date copy of the applicant's CV
  • Nominations must be made by department heads and/or institute directors

Process:

  • Individuals would receive this award at the discretion of the Dean, Cumming School of Medicine, and the dean will be advised by an external assessment committee of internationally recognized senior academic leaders.