JCSMR Gender Equity Fund

The John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR) at the ANU College of Health & Medicine offers annual funding of up to $10,000 from the JCSMR Gender Equity Fund. This funding was initiated through a generous donation by Professor Carola Vinuesa and continues with support from Richard Miller and the School. The objective of this Fund is to provide financial support for early or mid-career researchers or PhD students who are experiencing significant career disruption resulting from the birth of a child or primary care of a child, which limits or prevents their career progression and research activities within the JCSMR. The funds may be expended at the discretion of the awardee but may not be used to cover direct research costs. Selection is based on demonstrated intention to meet the Fund objectives, effective intended use of funds, academic merit, and discipline research interests, with preference given to candidates with the strongest scientific track record considering opportunity, demonstrated need, and potential for career development.