Eligibility

Individuals from underrepresented populations, those living with disabilities, or from disadvantaged backgrounds are encouraged to apply including from all diverse backgrounds. Eligible candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

• Be a United States citizen or permanent resident of the United States
• Be a basic, clinical, or translational scientist in a field of study related to bone, mineral, and musculoskeletal research
• Have completed doctoral level training (MD, PhD, or equivalent) within the last 10 years
• Have completed and provide evidence of completion of Responsible Conduct of Research training at their home institution
• Ensure that their supervisor is aware of the time commitment, and would support the candidate’s participation, if accepted

Application Process

Applications for the 2025 Cohort are now closed! If you have any questions, please contact the ASBMR Business office at asbmr@asbmr.org. Your application must include the following:

• Completed online application form
• One letter of interest including a description of your career objectives
• One letter of recommendation
  • For postdocs or residents: your letter should come from their research advisor or program director
  • For junior faculty: your letter should come from a senior colleague or supervisor who has visibility until your talents, career objectives, and development needs
• Your NIH biosketch
• Acknowledgment that you and your supervisor are aware of and can meet the time and participation expectations of THRIVE Scholars

Expectations of the THRIVE Scholar

• Meet with your assigned THRIVE Mentor for 1 hour each month for the duration of the program (i.e., 3 years).
• Meet with your THRIVE Mentor at the ASBMR annual conferences.
• Develop and implement two Individualized Development Plans (IDP); one related to the Promotion and Tenure Guidelines at your home academic institution and the second related to career and leadership development within the ASBMR.
• Attend the ASBMR annual conferences for the duration of the 3 year program.
• Attend at least one Network of Minority Health Research Investigators (NMRI) meeting at NIH during the 3 year program.
• Attend and participate in at least 90% of the monthly professional development webinars in the 1st year of the program.
• Maximize the opportunities of the THRIVE program to the fullest.