Research, Fellowships & Opportunities
Explore current WGTS research opportunities, fellowships, scholarships and grants. Current opportunities are listed first, followed by previous opportunities and awardees.
Current Opportunities
Other Fellowships & Research Opportunities
Further WGTS opportunities will be added here as they become available.
Previous Opportunities & Awardees
ESTS WGTS Mid-Career Fellowship in Surgical Oncology
Empowering Women in General Thoracic Surgery
The European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS), through its Women in General Thoracic Surgery Committee (WGTS), is pleased to offer the ESTS WGTS Mid-Career Fellowship in Surgical Oncology, an initiative designed to support the professional and academic development of female thoracic surgeons.
The fellowship aims to provide early mid-career female thoracic surgeons with opportunities to enhance their knowledge and skills in thoracic oncology research, clinical trial methodology, and multidisciplinary cancer care.
Fellowship Overview
The programme offers participants the opportunity to gain valuable research experience at a leading European academic institution, work alongside experienced thoracic surgeon mentors and clinician-scientists, and contribute to innovative research projects in thoracic oncology.
Programme Highlights
Duration: 6–12 months
Award: €10,000 towards travel and accommodation
Location: A leading European academic institution specialising in thoracic oncology research
Focus: Lung cancer research, clinical trials, multidisciplinary care and equitable access to treatment
Eligibility
The fellowship is intended for female thoracic surgeons in the early stages of their careers, particularly those within five years of completing their specialist training.
Applicants should be ESTS members in good standing, proficient in English, and actively engaged in thoracic oncology or cancer research.
Preference may be given to applicants from developing countries.
Application Process
Applicants are generally required to submit a CV, motivation letter, proposed research plan, confirmation from the host institution, a recommendation letter and a detailed budget.
Successful fellows will have the opportunity to share their experience and research outcomes during the ESTS Annual Meeting, as part of the WGTS networking activities.
New Application Cycle Opening Soon
The next application cycle for the ESTS WGTS Mid-Career Fellowship in Surgical Oncology will open soon.
Further information regarding eligibility, application requirements, deadlines and submission procedures will be announced on the ESTS website.
This fellowship is kindly supported by AstraZeneca.