The Department of Anesthesiology’s Research Division is committed to advancing scientific discovery through innovative training programs. Our training grants provide essential support for the next generation of investigators, offering robust mentorship, access to cutting-edge facilities, and opportunities to collaborate with renowned scientists across diverse fields.

Designed for early-career researchers, our programs focus on cultivating expertise in anesthesiology-related research, from basic science to translational and clinical studies. Whether you’re pursuing a fellowship or aiming to secure your first grant, we’re here to empower you with the skills, resources, and guidance to excel in the dynamic field of anesthesiology research.

PREPARE T90/R90 Program

This program is a T90/R90 institutional postdoctoral training program in clinical pain research, emphasizing the critical role of social determinants of health (SDOH) in chronic pain and substance use disorder research.

Deadline: Rolling

Anesthesiology T32 Program

This training program equips physician and doctoral scientists with cutting-edge research skills, expert mentorship, and unparalleled opportunities in anesthesiology-related science.

Deadline: Spring 2025 (more information coming soon)

WashU Neuroprep

Washington University Neuroprep is a two-year Post-Bacc program to ready recent college grads for graduate training in Neuroscience. This program is geared toward individuals who had limited opportunity for research experience as undergraduates.

Deadline: March 3, 2025