CIHR Health System Impact Fellowship 2027 | Call for Applications

Applications are open for the CIHR Health System Impact Fellowship 2027. This program embeds doctoral and post-doctoral researchers within health system organizations. Fellows apply research skills to real-world health system challenges. The Canadian Institutes of Health Research runs this fellowship nationally.

Program Snapshot

• Host Organization: Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
• Funding: Up to $50,000 (doctoral) or $155,000 (post-doctoral)
• Duration: One year (doctoral) or two years (post-doctoral)
• Eligibility: Doctoral trainees and post-doctoral researchers in HSPR fields
• Application Deadline: January 12, 2027

Focus Areas

• Health services, systems, and policy research
• Primary health care transformation
• Indigenous Peoples’ health research
• Population and public health priorities
• Patient-oriented and equity-focused research

About the Fellowship

This fellowship moves researchers beyond traditional university settings entirely. Fellows work directly inside host health system organizations nationwide. They apply research and analytical skills to pressing system-wide challenges. The program builds leadership, networking, and evidence-informed decision-making capacity.

What Fellows Receive

Doctoral fellows receive $45,000 as a stipend over one year. They also get a $5,000 professional development and research allowance. Post-doctoral fellows receive $70,000 annually, plus $7,500 yearly for training. Fellows gain dual mentorship from academic and health system supervisors. They also join the National Cohort Retreat and training platform.

Who Can Apply

Doctoral applicants must study HSPR, enrolled full-time at Canadian institutions. Post-doctoral applicants need a PhD or DrPH in a related field. Both groups must secure an eligible health system host organization. Host organizations must contribute 30% of the total award value.

Required Materials

Applicants need a ResearchNet account and completed CIHR profile. A Tri-Agency CV and sex and gender training certificate are required. Applicants must also confirm both an academic and health system supervisor.

How to Apply

Submit your application online before January 12, 2027.

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Conclusion

This fellowship offers substantial funding for researchers bridging academia and health system practice. Its embedded research model builds skills rarely available through conventional scholarships. Given the detailed eligibility and host-funding requirements, applicants should start preparations early. Confirm full application instructions through CIHR’s official funding opportunity page.

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