Postdoctoral Fellowship for Female Athlete Research
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Postdoctoral Fellowship to Accelerate Female Athlete Research at Stanford
For too long, biomedical research has centered on the health and performance of men, as seen in the gender bias of participants in research studies, the questions prioritized in scientific literature, and the allocation of grant funding. This gender disparity is especially stark in human performance research, leaving significant gaps in our understanding of physiology and health.
The Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance is working to fill this gap and advance research that improves the health and performance of women and girls worldwide.
We are launching a new postdoctoral fellowship program to cultivate the next generation of scientific leaders, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to address the unique physiological and health challenges faced by female athletes. Through interdisciplinary research, mentorship, and collaboration, fellows will drive innovation in human performance, advancing both science and practical applications to optimize female athlete health.
Eligible postdoctoral fellows from within or outside Stanford are welcome to apply. International postdoctoral candidates are also welcome to apply.
Candidates must apply with a Stanford faculty mentor. See a list of mentors that have indicated that they are interested in supporting a postdoctoral fellow in female athlete research. You are also welcome to reach out to and apply with any Stanford faculty member.
Interested applicants should submit an application through the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance Research Fellowship program.
Learn more on the page for the Research Fellowship about eligibility criteria, application requirements, and more.
Research Vision
Our mission is to make fundamental scientific discoveries that tackle the biggest challenges affecting female athletes and to translate these discoveries into real-world solutions that enhance performance, reduce injury, and foster lifelong health.
We are focusing on several grand challenges, including:
- Uncovering the molecular and genetic factors that influence female responses to training
- Exploring the relationships between sleep, activity, performance, and the menstrual cycle
- Developing digital tools to prevent injuries and optimize performance
- Reducing non-contact ACL injuries
- Accelerating recovery from bone stress injuries
- Addressing RED-S, mental health, and body image issues in female athletes
Additionally, our program aims to create and share large datasets and tools to drive global research and policy advancements in female athlete health and performance. Learn more about these and other research opportunities through the mentor page.
Get Engaged
We invite faculty, students, staff, alumni, friends, and external organizations to participate in the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance at Stanford.