The application period is now open for the NYAM Academic Research Awards in dermatology program. Deadline for applications is December 15, 2014. The NYAM Academic Research Awards Program provides funding for residents and early-career dermatologists performing basic science or clinical research relevant to the field of dermatology. Awards in the amount of up to $10,000 each are awarded on a competitive basis. These awards are intended to help the recipient further his or her academic career, and may serve as a basis for obtaining further/future funding.  Preference will be given to third year residents enrolled in an accredited Dermatology training program or board eligible or certified dermatologists who have completed Dermatology residency training or fellowships within the previous two years.  Candidates are expected to conduct their research in a supervised research program in the greater New York area. The NYAM Academic Research Program Awards will be awarded on the basis of scientific merit and the anticipated impact of the project on the field of Dermatology. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated a clear intention of pursuing a career in academic medicine, and have no active funding. Eligibility Requirements Preference will be given to third year residents enrolled in an accredited Dermatology training program or board eligible or certified dermatologists who have completed Dermatology residency training or fellowships within the previous two years. Candidates are expected to conduct their research in a supervised research program in the greater New York area. Candidates should have received appropriate training in biomedical research or have a mentor available to instruction.  Candidates are encouraged to pursue research projects that extend beyond the startup period. Candidates must show evidence of institutional commitment for the individual's career development.  Additionally, eligible candidates are required to be a US citizen, permanent resident of the US or authorized to work in the US for the period of time covered by this proposed award. For those individuals who may not meet this criteria, please email the program at fellows@nyam.org and exceptional circumstances may be considered.  See more at at the program website.