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Candidates are strongly encouraged to first discuss their intention to apply with a MAC member before applying. Those who meet the initial eligibility criteria will be invited to submit a formal application packet:

KL2 APPLICATION PACKET

Students will be selected for support based on a competitive application process in which academic qualifications, career goals, and the quality of the training environment will be important considerations for funding.  Finalists will be interviewed by members of the KL2 MAC.  Applicants must identify faculty mentors, and develop a proposed research plan in consultation with those mentors to be submitted with the application. 

Criteria for Selection

1. Track Record: Creativity of the candidate and potential to lead excellent multidisciplinary research judging by track record in some or all of the following: areas of expertise and prior training; publications; funded grants; written product attached to the application
2. Research Plan: Scientific value, potential clinical importance, and feasibility of the written multidisciplinary research plan
3. Mentoring and Didactic Plan: Quality, appropriateness, and multidisciplinary emphasis of the proposed mentor(s), and selection of Masters degree program and other training at UF or elsewhere
4. Resources: Tangible commitment and resources provided by the home department, and suitability of the available clinical and laboratory infrastructure and multidisciplinary team
5. Career Potential: Global assessment of the likelihood that the candidate will develop a career as an outstanding investigator who will lead multidisciplinary teams and have an important impact on health