National Academy of Medicine Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine (ELHM) Scholars 2026
NOTE: NAM has not yet announced the 2026 cycle for this limited nomination opportunity but is expected to soon. The internal competition is announced in anticipation to allow prospective nominators sufficient time to prepare their applications. All information in this announcement is subject to change.
DESCRIPTION
Each year, National Academy of Medicine (NAM) selects up to 10 early- and mid-career professionals with demonstrated leadership and exceptional professional achievement in biomedical science, population health, health care and related fields.
While continuing to work at their primary institution, the ELHM Scholars will participate in certain NAM activities, exchange ideas with each other and field leaders across sectors and disciplines, receive mentoring from NAM members, and help shape the ELHM Program. Participants also provide valuable input and feedback to help shape the priorities of the NAM and sustain the NAM’s impact and reputation as a national leader in advancing knowledge and accelerating progress in science, medicine, policy, and health equity. ELHM Scholars may publish Perspectives, participate in convening activities throughout the larger National Academies, and participate in interest groups.
The ELHM Program offers a highly unique program. Scholars receive mentorship from NAM leadership and members, participate in NAM activities, and exchange ideas with each other and field leaders across sectors and disciplines.
FUNDING INFORMATION
No funding is provided to chosen Scholars. Scholars serve a 3-year term.
ELIGIBILITY
Qualified candidates will:
- Have completed a terminal degree (or have equivalent experience and knowledge) in a relevant profession or field of study
- Be early- to mid-career (defined generally as 5-15 years following attainment of the primary professional degree)
- Demonstrate significant professional accomplishment and exceptional leadership potential
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident at the time of the application
Selection is based on a variety of factors, including personal and professional achievement, demonstrated creativity and field leadership, and the need for diverse perspectives and geographical and institutional representation.
NOMINATION PROCESS
BU may forward up to 3 candidates. Nominators must submit the following information on InfoReady Review by: 9/26/2025
- Information outlined in InfoReady Review
- 1-page Statement of Support from the nominator describing the candidate’s fit with the program, especially their interest and/or experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and how they would contribute as a Scholar
- Candidate’s CV
All BU-affiliated faculty members, regardless of their Home Institution, are eligible, and their nominations should be submitted through InfoReady Review. As needed, a faculty committee will review internal proposals and select nominees.
DEADLINE
Internal Materials Due: Friday, September 26, 2025 by 11:59 pm
Anticipated Notification Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Nomination Deadline: Thursday, October 31, 2024