The CACMID Mentorship Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a
consistent and impactful commitment to mentoring trainees in the fields of
clinical microbiology and infectious diseases. The awardee will be publicly announced,
and the award presented at the annual AMMI-CACMID Conference’s Awards Ceremony
each year.
This
inaugural honour (2024) will be awarded each year (depending on available
funds) at the annual AMMI-CACMID meeting. The award includes a monetary value
of $800 and a commemorative plaque. The recipient will be invited to the CACMID annual
meeting to receive the award. Registration cost will be reimbursed.
Eligibility:
- The nominee’s contributions must demonstrate a benefit to trainees
in the disciplines of clinical microbiology and/or infectious diseases, whether
in career/professional development, education, research, or other areas.
- Nominees must have a professional role at a Canadian institution
(e.g. laboratory, hospital, university). The role could be a Clinical/Medical
Microbiologist, medical laboratory staff (e.g. MLT, MLA, operational staff),
Infectious Diseases physician, university instructor/lecturer/supervisor, etc.
Please find below a helpful link that outlines 13 important mentorship skills and why they matter.
