CIHR Canada Postdoctoral Research Award (CPRA) at Brock University 2025 for PhD

  •  PhD
  •  17-Sep-2025
  •   Canada
  • $$  $70,000

The CPRA, funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), supports postdoctoral research that advances health outcomes, health systems, and societal well-being. Emphasizing equity, impact, and interdisciplinary excellence, the CPRA values diverse contributions beyond traditional publications. Applicants must submit through ResearchNet and follow CIHR guidelines, including DORA and SGBA+ compliance.

Brock University Information

Brock University Grants

CIHR Canada Postdoctoral Research Award (CPRA) at Brock University 2025 for PhD Founded in 1964, Brock University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of St. Catharines (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ontario. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Hamilton. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, Ontario, Brock University (BU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Brock University (BU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 55 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must hold a PhD or health professional (HP or AHP) degree by the start date
  • Cannot hold a tenure-track or equivalent faculty position
  • Submit application via ResearchNet
  • Provide a Canadian Common CV (Academic template)
  • Complete the SGBA+ certificate module
  • Submit degree fulfillment form and proof of citizenship

Offered Benefits

$70,000 per year for two years

Application Process

Required Documents:

Each document must be a single, unprotected PDF (maximum 30 MB).

  • CPRA - Status and Confirmation of Scientific Area form

  • SGBA+ Certificate (from CIHR training module)

  • Fulfillment of Degree Requirements form

  • Proof of Citizenship

  • Most Significant Contributions (maximum 2 pages)

  • Special Circumstances (optional, 1 page)

  • Training Expectations (maximum 2 pages)

  • Research Project Summary (maximum 1 page)

  • Research Environment Description (maximum 1 page)

  • Signature Pages (3 pages including routing slip)

  1. Complete the Canadian Common CV
  2. Complete the ResearchNet application
    1. Identify Participants
    2. Identify Sponsors
    3. Enter Proposal Information
    4. Attach Other Application Materials
    5. Apply to Priority Announcements / Funding Pools (Optional)
    6. Print/Upload Signature Pages
    7. Preview
    8. Consent and Submit

For more details, visit Brock University Scholarship webpage

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