Heleen and Rod McLeod Postdoctoral Research Award in Hematological Cancers

Purpose

This award will support an outstanding postdoctoral scholar conducting research in the area of hematological cancers.

Eligibility

  • Eligible candidates must hold a PhD and be conducting research on hematological cancers or intend to apply their current research expertise to hematological cancers
  • Supervisor must be a member of the Cancer Research Institute of Northern Alberta (CRINA). Apply for membership

Value & Duration

The award is valued at $60,000 per year for 3 years

Application

  1. Application form
  2. A complete CV
  3. CIHR Biosketch from supervisor/co-supervisors
  4. Graduate level transcript(s)

In addition, reference letters (maximum 2 pages each) from the supervisor and an individual who is not the current supervisor should be sent directly to crina@ualberta.ca.

Reporting Requirements

Interim reports are required at the end of the first and second years, and a final report at the end of the third year. The recipient must be willing to meet with the donor annually.

Communications & Acknowledgement

The Heleen and Rod McLeod Postdoctoral Research Award in Hematological Cancers and CRINA must be recognized in all publications, presentations, etc., resulting from the research.

Application Deadline

December 1, 2026