2026 New Oncology Nursing Fellowship RFP supports oncology nurses and nurse navigators through fellowship training and mentorship to strengthen clinical expertise, care coordination, and equitable cancer care.
Funder: Johnson & Johnson (Janssen)
Due Dates: November 13, 2026 (Webpage due date) | November 16, 2026 (RFP submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $50,000–$80,000 for a 12-month fellowship program
Summary: Supports established oncology nursing and nurse navigation fellowships that strengthen clinical expertise, care coordination, leadership, and equitable cancer care.
Key Information: Awards go to US-based independent organizations with established fellowship programs, not individual fellows.
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine supports established fellowship programs that advance oncology nursing excellence and oncology nurse navigation. The opportunity aims to strengthen the nursing workforce through structured clinical training, experiential learning, and mentorship that develop clinical expertise, leadership, care navigation proficiency, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Programs should prepare nurses and nurse navigators for emerging complexities in cancer management, improve care coordination, facilitate access to evolving therapies, and support equitable care across community and academic oncology settings. Priorities include advanced therapeutic readiness, measurable outcomes, and scalable practice improvement, particularly in regions facing workforce challenges. The selected institution should demonstrate a robust commitment to clinical practice, research, and education, advancing knowledge in hematology.