For many researchers, the period between completion of training and the establishment of one's independent career can be a perilous and uncertain time. Since 1985, the ASH Scholar Awards have helped ease this difficult transition by providing partial salary or other support during that critical period required for completion of training and achievement of status as an independent investigator.
ASH Scholar Awards are limited to a maximum of $100,000 for fellow scholars and $150,000 for junior faculty scholars over a two- to three-year period, with an annual maximum of $50,000 for fellows and $75,000 for junior faculty. Up to 15 percent of the award can be (but is not required to be) used for benefits, including medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and retirement benefits.
All awards are activated on July 1 of the following year. The applicant has the option of concluding the award on June 30, two or three years after activation. All award payments are made on a quarterly basis - the amount depends on whether the award is being spread over two or three years. Payments are made to the appropriate financial officer of the institution as indicated on the proposed budget within the full application.
For more information, please visit: http://www.hematology.org/Awards/Career-Training/Scholar-Award/6658.aspx and http://www.hematology.org/Awards/Career-Training/6657.aspx