Pfizer Visiting Professorships in Obesity

2010 Pfizer Visiting Professorships in Obesity


Program Objective

  • To provide US healthcare institutions an opportunity to host a recognized expert for 3 days of educational exchange

Program Design

  • Up to 8 awards of $7500 each
  • Department/division head serves as “host” of one Visiting Professor of his/her choice
  • Three days of educational activities (e.g., lectures, rounds, seminars)

Eligibility

  • US-based schools of medicine, colleges of osteopathic medicine, nursing schools, pharmacy schools, and schools of public health

How to Apply

  • Access online application
  • Submit host’s and visiting professor’s bio sketch or curriculum vitae (not to exceed 10 pages)
  • Submit separate statements of impact, fit, reach, and a detailed proposed agenda

Selection Process

  • Nationally competitive
  • Independent academic advisory board selects award recipients

Application Deadline

  • February 12, 2010

Awards Announced

  • April 30, 2010  

Dates of Visits

  • July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011