SSCI Tinsley Harrison Scholars Program
The Southern Society for Clinical Investigation (SSCI), an organization that has been advancing medical research for over 80 years, is pleased to again offer the Tinsley Harrison Scholars Program. We are seeking applications from physician-scientists who are senior Postdoctoral Fellows, Instructors, or within their first 5 years as an Assistant Professor. Scholars will participate in this innovative program as part of the Southern Regional Meeting (SRM) in New Orleans, February 18-20, 2027. Selected scholars will attend career development programming with division chiefs and leaders in academic medicine across subspecialties, present their original research, and be paired 1:1 with a mentor to help establish connections outside the scholar's home institution. Those accepted to the program will have their travel expenses (air fare, hotel and registration up to $1,500) reimbursed. Tinsley Harrison Scholars are expected to attend all required programming events in order to receive reimbursement for their travel. You do not need to be a SSCI member to apply, but if selected, you will need to join.
This is the fourth year of the program. Scholars who participated in the 2024, 2025, & 2026 programs uniformly rated the program as outstanding and a fantastic opportunity to advance their careers. Come join the wonderful community of investigators in the lively setting of New Orleans!
Requirements: To apply, please write a statement (300 words or less) detailing your career goals and how participation as a Tinsley Harrison Scholar aligns with these goals. You must also submit a (1) CV and (2) an abstract of your original research for presentation at the SRM. The deadline for submission of these documents is October 2, 2026.
2026 Tinsley Harrison Scholars
