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Do you have a connection to multiple sclerosis (MS) and an interest in scientific research?
Good news! The application deadline for the Community Representative Program has now been extended to June 17, 2021.
* Applicants will be notified of final decisions by September 30, 2021.
Apply to be a Community Representative for the MS Society’s 2022 research review committee.
The MS Society of Canada is committed to being a leader in finding a cure for multiple sclerosis and enabling people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life. To help reach this goal, the MS Society funds research to support studies that investigate all aspects of MS, both biological and clinical. The MS Society also supports research and training programs which cultivates a network of bright young minds and engages them in activities that fine-tune their skills and knowledge in MS research.
Each year the MS Society seeks the necessary scientific expertise required to review applications that are submitted to the annual research grants and awards competition. In 2012, an initiative was launched to involve people in the MS community – termed Community Representatives – in the review process. Through this, the MS Society hopes to provide a voice for people affected by MS and enable them to meaningfully inform research priorities and allocation of research dollars.
Each year the MS Society assembles three research review committees for the annual research grants and awards competition:
Each committee includes scientific reviewers and Community Representatives. To learn more about the committees and their roles and responsibilities, visit Review Process and Criteria.
Note: All travel and accommodation costs associated with participation in the research review process will be reimbursed by the MS Society of Canada in accordance with our policies.
All applications will be considered by a review panel comprised of MS Society staff. Community Representatives will be selected based on their alignment with the above listed requirements. Additionally, the Society aims to select a diverse cohort of Community Representatives reflective of the MS community in Canada.
Please click here to access the application through Proposal Central. Find instructions on how to apply here. Complete the application by June 17, 2021 by 11:59 EST. Contact ms.grants@mssociety.ca with any questions or concerns.