Section award

Early Career RISE Award

The Early Career Section’s Recognizing Inspirational Service & Engagement (RISE) Award is presented annually to recognize an individual who has showcased leadership by consistently supporting early career IRs through mentorship, community-building and advocacy.

Open
Nomination Oct 31, 2025
Early career

Award

Award presented at the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting.

Nomination due Oct 31, 2025

Award criteria

  • Physician attending or Emeritus with SIR membership 

  • Nominees should be able to showcase their leadership contributions for the advancement of early careers through mentorship, community-building and advocacy. 

  • This award is intended for someone who has consistently supported early career attendings in IR.

Nominations Process

  • Individuals can self-nominate or be nominated by a peer.

  • All nominations must be accompanied by the following required documents:

    • Two letters of support outlining how the nominee has been a change-maker for early careers in interventional radiology

    • Self-nominations are acceptable and should include an additional letter of support in addition to the two required letters.

    • Current curriculum vitae (CV) of the nominee.