Benefits
The Institutional Research and Academic Career Development Award (IRACDA) is a National Institute of Health (NIH) supported program that promotes diversity in various science research fields. KU/Haskell Indian Nations University IRACDA program's purpose is to develop a diverse group of highly trained scientists by providing mentored research experiences, professional development opportunities, and teaching experiences.
IRACDA Program Advantages
The KU/Haskell Indian Nations University IRACDA Program provides post-doctoral fellows with…
- An extensive mentored research experience with KU faculty mentors
- An unique teaching opportunity at Haskell Indian Nations University, a local four-year tribal college
- Professional development opportunities, including grant writing workshops and science publishing workshops
- Three years of financial support, including benefits
- An allowance for research supplies and travel
- An unique opportunity to contribute to diversity in the sciences
![Fellows performing laboratory work](/sites/iracda/files/styles/7_5_placeholder_/public/images/2021/Benefits1_0.jpg?h=a1e1a043&itok=xJI9KsVz)
![Fellow working with his mentor](/sites/iracda/files/styles/7_5_placeholder_/public/images/2021/Benefits2_0.jpg?h=a1e1a043&itok=3V6HDjJ8)