BMSF DCTCDP Application information

Candidate Profile

In determination of eligible candidates for the BMSF Diversity in Clinical Trials Career Development Program (BMSF DCTCDP) for participation in its programs, NMF designates the following racial/ethnic groups as “underrepresented students of medicine”: 

• African Americans or Blacks
• Hispanics or Latinos
• American Indians or Alaska Natives
• Native Hawaiians or Other Pacific Islanders

OR have a demonstrated commitment to increasing diverse patient participation in clinical trials.

Citizenship or immigration status 

Eligible candidates will be US Citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) as defined by the US Department of Homeland Security. [NOTE: H-1B and O-1 Visa holders are eligible; the Visa must be valid during the full 2-yr period]   

Professional degree 

Eligible candidates will hold the degree of MD, MD/PhD, DO or DO/PhD 

Career Phase

Eligible candidates will be Early-Stage Investigators (ESIs), defined by NIH as new investigators who have completed their terminal research degrees or medical residencies - whichever date is later - within the past 10 years and have not yet competed successfully for substantial NIH research grants. (Applicants with an RO1 or RO1 equivalent are ineligible.) Candidate Profile