NIAID Physician-Scientist Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00 Clinical Trial Required)
NIAID grant supports physician-scientists transitioning to independent research careers, providing research funding for clinical trials and addressing workforce shortage.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
National Institutes of Health has archived this opportunity.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: May 7, 2025 (AIDS applications) | Standard NIH due dates (non-AIDS) through Jan 7, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000/year (K99 phase salary) + $25,000/year research costs; R00 phase up to $249,000/year (total costs, incl. salary, research, and indirects); up to 4 years total (2 years K99 + 2 years R00)
Summary: Supports physician-scientists in transitioning from mentored postdoctoral research to independent, tenure-track faculty positions, with a focus on leading clinical trials.
Key Information: Only for applicants proposing to lead an independent clinical trial; must have ≤4 years postdoc experience; non-U.S. citizens eligible.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) at NIH, is designed to increase and sustain a strong cohort of new, independent physician-scientists. The program provides a two-phase award (K99/R00) to facilitate the transition from mentored postdoctoral research to an independent, tenure-track (or equivalent) faculty position. The focus is on supporting those who will serve as lead investigators of independent clinical trials, feasibility studies, or ancillary clinical trials. The program aims to address the national shortage of physician-scientists by providing research support during this critical career transition.
