Research Scholar Grants
The American Cancer Society Research Scholar Grant funds early-career investigators pursuing innovative, independent research projects aligned with ACS cancer research priorities.
Funder: American Cancer Society
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 | December 1, 2026 | June 1, 2025 | December 1, 2025
Funding Amounts: Up to $215,000 per year (direct costs) plus 10% indirect costs; maximum 4 years ($946,000 total).
Summary: Supports independent investigators pursuing innovative cancer research aligned with ACS priority areas, covering salaries, supplies, and essential research costs.
Key Information: Applicants must be within 8 years of their first independent faculty appointment and may not hold more than one active R01-equivalent grant.
Description
This program provides substantial funding for independent, self-directed researchers to pursue investigator-initiated projects across the cancer research continuum, provided the research aligns with one of the American Cancer Society's (ACS) priority research areas. The grant is designed to support early-career investigators by covering essential research costs, including salaries, consumable supplies, and other necessary items. Institutional commitment to the applicant’s independence and resources is required.
