Freeman Hrabowski Scholars Program
The Freeman Hrabowski Scholars Program from Howard Hughes Medical Institute supports early career faculty advancing basic biological or biomedical research and inclusive lab leadership.
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Funder: Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Due Dates: December 15, 2026: Applications close
Funding Amounts: Up to $10 million over 10 years (includes full salary/benefits and $500,000–$600,000 annual research budget)
Summary: Comprehensive support for early career faculty demonstrating research excellence and inclusive lab leadership in basic biological or biomedical sciences.
Key Information: Scholars become HHMI employees while maintaining their academic positions; eligibility limited to those with ≤7 years of independent experience by the deadline.
Description
The program provides long-term, flexible funding and professional development to outstanding early career faculty committed to research excellence and inclusive lab leadership in the basic biological and biomedical sciences. Scholars are appointed as HHMI employees but remain based at their home institutions, receiving full salary, a generous research budget, benefits, and access to advanced scientific resources and a vibrant community. The program aims to foster scientific innovation and expand the pool of diverse scientific leaders.
