Surgical Scholarships

Advancing Innovation. Supporting Excellence. Improving Patient Care.

Commencing in 2026, the Cardiothoracic Surgical Research Scholarship is a prestigious and competitive annual award reflecting The Baird Institute’s commitment to advancing cardiothoracic surgery through research, collaboration and education.

Eligibility

  • Cardiothoracic surgical registrars
  • Holding a full-time 12-month contract at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Scholarship Value

  • Up to $10,000 per year
  • Awarded for up to two years
  • Supports one outstanding research initiative per year

Research Focus Areas

Recipients undertake high-quality, data-driven or scientific research aligned with the Institute’s key priorities, including:

  • Surgical outcomes research
  • Large-scale data linkage studies
  • Biobank-related research
  • Clinical trial involvement
  • Laboratory-based investigations such as:
    • Cardiac regeneration
    • Neo-vessel formation
    • Mechanical circulatory support
    • Valve design

Comprehensive Support

Beyond financial assistance, scholars receive:

  • Mentorship from leading cardiothoracic surgical teams
  • Supervision through a Baird Institute affiliated investigator
  • Access to data, laboratory facilities and research infrastructure
  • Ethics and research governance support
  • Funding for research-related costs and conference presentations (national and international)

Through this scholarship, The Baird Institute nurtures emerging leaders in cardiothoracic surgery and facilitates research that translates discovery into meaningful improvements in patient care.

For further information on The Baird Institute surgical research scholarships or to apply, please email us by clicking on the red contact button below.

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