AOS Clinician Scientist Award
The AOS Clinician Scientist Award from the American Otological Society supports early-career researchers in otology/neurotology to develop research skills and prepare for major career development grants.
Funder: American Otological Society
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | January 31, 2027 (Full application & annual progress report)
Funding Amounts: Up to $80,000/year for up to 3 years (max $240,000 total); one award per cycle; indirect costs capped at 8%.
Summary: Supports early-career clinician-scientists in otology/neurotology to build research portfolios and prepare for major career development grants.
Key Information: LOI is required to begin the application cycle; only one award made per cycle.
Description
The American Otological Society (AOS) Clinician Scientist Award is designed to support early-career clinician-scientists in otology and neurotology. The award provides protected research time and mentorship to help recipients develop preliminary data, strengthen their research credentials, and position themselves for major career development grants such as the NIH K08 or K23. The program aims to foster the next generation of independent investigators in disorders related to the ear and its neural pathways.
