Agents of Change (AoC) Merck Fellows Program

New & Renewal Applications

Upcoming due dates

  • Deadline for all applicants: October 7, 2024 at 11:59pm

Renewals

  • There is now one form for both new and renewal applications. Please use the same link above to apply to both application types.
  • Renewals can be up to 2 times for a total of a 3-term appointment.
  • Fellows are eligible to apply for a renewal if they have completed all program requirements from your previous appointment.
  • Note: Use the application (link) above to apply for a fellowship renewal. You will be prompted to select if your application is new or a renewal.Selecting the renewal application will open up prompts specific for renewals.

 

Program Overview

The AoC Merck Fellows Program offers a 4-month funding opportunity for students engaged in biomedical research projects impacting community health. Fellows can renew for up to three terms, subject to completing all requirements.

Program Goals

  • Provide funding for students in community health-focused biomedical research
  • Offer professional development in biomedical sciences with a social justice focus
  • Connect students to a network of professionals and peers in social justice and biomedical science

Benefits

  • Career support in biomedical fields (Master's, Ph.D., MD/Ph.D., MD, MPH)
  • Financial support for academic and professional development
  • Networking, peer mentoring, and community building
  • Stipend: $7K for Grad/Post Bac Fellows, $5K for Undergraduate Fellows

Requirements

  • Attend in-person orientation
  • Create and submit Individualized Development Plan (IDP)
  • Participate in one AoC workshop per semester
  • Complete 4 reflections through iLearn
  • Submit final report or project

Eligibility

  • Current SFSU undergraduate or master's student in a biomedical major, or recent graduate (within 1 year)
  • Intent to pursue graduate or professional school within 1-2 years
  • Interest in community health-focused biomedical research
  • Commitment to social justice through science
  • Current involvement in community-engaged biomedical research
  • Maximum of 3 terms for renewals

Important Notes

  • Check with your program director if participating in other funded research programs
  • Award may be taxable; visit SFSU Tax Information for details
FAQs

For questions, please contact SF BUILD Program Director, Dr. Audrey Parangan-Smith (audreygp@sfsu.edu)