Postdoctoral Personnel Awards for Women’s Heart and/or Brain Health in Canada

The Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada and Brain Canada Foundation are inviting applications for the 2027 Postdoctoral Personnel Awards for Women’s Heart and/or Brain Health (WPA-PDF). This initiative seeks to enhance research dedicated to women’s heart and brain health by supporting postdoctoral and clinical fellows in Canada. Applications must be submitted by 26 January 2027, with awards commencing on 1 July 2027. Opportunity at a Glance

- Provider: Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada and Brain Canada Foundation

- Opportunity Type: Postdoctoral Fellowship

- Funding Amount: Up to $140,000 CAD over two years ($70,000 CAD per year)

- Eligible Applicants: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or Protected Persons with a PhD or a regulated health professional degree

- Eligible Countries: Canada

- Deadline: 26 January 2027, 3:00 PM ET

- Award Start Date: 1 July 2027

About the Opportunity

The WPA-PDF aims to increase the number of researchers and clinician-scientists focusing on women’s heart and brain health in Canada. This program encourages research that addresses cardiovascular and cerebrovascular conditions, including prevention, treatment, and recovery related to heart conditions, stroke, and vascular cognitive impairment, particularly as they affect women and under-represented genders. Funding and Benefits

- Total Funding: Up to $140,000 CAD for a maximum of two years.

- Annual Contributions: $70,000 CAD per year, split equally between Heart & Stroke/Brain Canada and the host institution.

- Institutional Contributions: Host institutions must match the funding provided by Heart & Stroke/Brain Canada, sourced independently.

Who Is Eligible? - Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or Protected Persons. - Must hold or be completing a PhD or a regulated health professional degree. - Must have a full-time position or an accepted offer for a position as a Postdoctoral or Clinical Fellow at a Canadian institution by 31 December 2027. - Must have a designated research supervisor at an eligible Canadian institution. - Applicants should not hold or have held an independent research position. - No more than five years (60 months) should have passed since the completion of the qualifying degree, extendable for career interruptions. Eligible Activities or Priority Areas Research initiatives should focus on women’s heart and/or brain health, covering areas such as: - Cardiovascular health - Cerebrovascular health - Neurological conditions related to heart and brain health - Prevention, treatment, and recovery of relevant health conditions Why This Opportunity Matters This award supports the growth of specialized research that could lead to advancements in the understanding and treatment of heart and brain health issues affecting women and under-represented genders. It aims to bridge gaps in research and expand knowledge in this critical area of health. How to Apply

- Registration: Complete registration by 12:00 PM ET on 26 January 2027.

- Application Submission: Submit the application by 3:00 PM ET on 26 January 2027.

- Required Documents: Include a project proposal, proof of eligibility, and signatures from institutional representatives.

- Letters of Reference: Ensure submission by the deadline.

For detailed application guidelines, refer to the official guidelines document. Next Steps Eligible candidates are encouraged to thoroughly review the official guidelines and prepare their applications in accordance with the stated requirements. Ensure all necessary documents and endorsements are secured well before the deadline.