Genetics Society of America Medal

The Genetics Society of America (GSA) Medal recognizes an individual member of the Society for contributions to the field of genetics at the mid-career level. The award honors researchers who have made elegant and highly meaningful contributions to modern genetics. It was established in 1981 and is presented to nominees who meet the eligibility criteria.

Receipt of the Genetics Society of America Medal in recognition of mid-career contributions to genetics.

Nominees must be individual GSA members who have been in an independent position for at least 7 and no more than 15 years at the nomination deadline. Nominations require a nominee and nominator contact information, a cover letter, NIH-style biosketch, a lived-experience statement, and responses to a selection questionnaire.

Submission of a nomination packet including nominee and nominator information, cover letter (250 words), NIH-style biosketch (≤5 pages), lived-experience statement (250 words), and answers to the selection questionnaire; nominations remain valid for three award cycles.