Object

The call stimulates applicants conducting a research project in the field of RMDs in a host center of choice for a period of 12 months. During this time the fellow will be mentored and trained in specific techniques, models or patient data by the team of the host center that is required to successfully conduct the project.

Duration

12 months

- The applicant must be a rheumatologist, rheumatologist in training or health professional in rheumatology, who is appropriately linked to RMD research in one of the EULAR member countries. It is anticipated that applicants develop long-term research and clinical interest in the area of the proposal that provides benefit for the fellow, the European RMD research community and patients with RMDs.

- The host center needs to have a high-level research profile in the field allowing the fellow to be exposed to cutting-edge research technology and an inspiring collaborative scientific environment. The host center needs to be in a EULAR member country different from the county of the applicants' home center.

- Participation of patient research partners from the host center is strongly encouraged in order to underline the importance of the project for the patients

Documentation

Letter of intent (LoI) by 5 January 2020 containing:

- Letter of intent template

- Lay summary

- Statements for support of the application from the head of the host center and the head of the applicant's center

Full proposal by 30 March 2020 by invitation only.

Deadline

Closing date for Letter of intent: 5 January 2020

In case of interest, please contact with FSJD Research's Department before December 31, 2019.