IPC International Fellowship Program 

Additional Information

Application for the 2020 program will open on September 1, 2019.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Early-career dermatologists in training or junior faculty out of training five years or less who are interested in improving their abilities to treat and manage patients with psoriasis, gain exposure to international key opinion leaders, and develop leadership skills among peers.

WHAT DOES THE FELLOWSHIP INVOLVE?

In-person mentoring and observation

• Fellows are paired with an IPC Councilor or Board Member with a focus on research and/or clinical practice.
• Fellows observe the Councilor or Board Member for a minimum of two weeks.
• Fellow and mentor have planned communications throughout the year via in-person meetings, email, video, and other opportunities.
  
• Following the observation experience, Fellows have a scholarly requirement such as a chart review, manuscript, abstract or presentation.
  

Congress attendance

• During the year in which they are selected, Fellows attend a major scientific congress, with expenses covered. The congress may include AAD, EADV, RADLA, SID, ESDR or other approved congresses.
• Fellows may be asked to attend psoriasis sessions and report session highlights for distribution through IPC, such as the IPC Psoriasis Review newsletter. For this effort, they receive an additional stipend.
• During the congress, Fellows are invited to participate in IPC activities including working groups, symposia, and other activities. Fellows may be invited to attend and present, if appropriate, at the IPC Think Tank.
  

Other

• Fellows are invited to participate in ongoing IPC activities during the year of their Fellowship.
• Fellows may be featured in various IPC communications including the IPC Psoriasis Review newsletter, the IPC website and the IPC annual report.
• Upon completion, Fellows receive on-going communications from the IPC including the IPC Psoriasis Review newsletter, the Psoriasis Advisor e-newsletter and continuing education program announcements.
• At the conclusion of the one-year fellowship, participants are required to summarize the experience and what they learned.

WHERE DO THE FELLOWSHIPS TAKE PLACE?

• Fellows are matched with an IPC Councilor or Board Member.
• IPC reaches out to the sites to request a placement on behalf of the fellow.
• Sites receive a $1,000 USD stipend for participating in the program.
• Sites are asked to complete a short, post-program evaluation.

WHEN DOES THE FELLOWSHIP TAKE PLACE?

• IPC International Fellows participate in the program for one year, with new applicants being accepted in December/January.
• The on-site observation portion is designed to be flexible to meet the needs of both mentors and mentees. However, a minimum of two weeks is required, with one month as the recommended length of time.

WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE FELLOWSHIP COVER?

Awarded fellows receive a stipend to cover the following expenses:

• Travel and living expenses for the on-site observation period (up to $4,000)
• Registration and travel-related expenses for attending one congress
• Writing stipend
• Travel-related expenses for attending the IPC Think Tank

How to apply 

APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED FOR 2019. PLEASE CHECK BACK IN SEPTEMBER FOR 2020 APPLICATION ANNOUNCEMENTS.

For 2019, the International Psoriasis Council will award five-year-long fellowships through the IPC International Fellowship Program. 

The International Fellowship Program aims to increase the number and ability of clinicians and scientists focused on researching and treating psoriasis.  Beginning in January 2018, fellows will be matched with, and observe, IPC Board Members and Councilors in their clinics and laboratories to get real-world practice in researching, diagnosing, developing treatment plans and monitoring treatment regiments for psoriasis patients. In addition, the program will provide an opportunity for IPC Fellows to develop on-going relationships with key opinion leaders by participating in IPC programs and activities throughout the one-year Fellowship period.

Eligibility

Fellowships are available to early career dermatologists in training or junior faculty who have completed their training within the last five years and are interested in improving their abilities to treat and manage psoriasis patients, gain exposure to international key opinion leaders and develop leadership skills among peers.

Application process

• Complete the online application (online application will be posted on Sept. 1, 2019), uploading the following documents in PDF format:
  • Current CV
  • A 300-500 word statement of purpose which includes:
    • Description of career goals
    • How you envision this fellowship impacting your future career in psoriasis
    • How this experience will specifically prepare you to be a leader in psoriasis
  • One letter of recommendation from an educational or clinical supervisor, or IPC Councilor or Board Member attesting to the applicant's character and potential to benefit from the fellowship - this letter must be on the letterhead of the author's institution/clinic.

Application deadline

Application information for 2020 will be posted on Sept. 1, 2019.

Available sites

Sites are available in Latin America, North America, Europe and Asia.

IPC will provide the final site list to awarded fellows who will then select their top three choices. Final matches will be made by the Steering Committee, comprised of IPC Board Members and Councilors.