[National Multiple Sclerosis Society](https://www.nationalmssociety.org)

June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Protected time and research support for junior faculty; typical award covers salary and research expenses (see program page for details)

Supports early-career faculty in biostatistics or informatics conducting research relevant to multiple sclerosis.

--- ## Description This award supports early-career faculty specializing in biostatistics or informatics who are engaged in research relevant to multiple sclerosis (MS). The goal is to help junior faculty establish independent research programs, advance scientific knowledge, and contribute to the understanding and treatment of MS through innovative use of biostatistics and informatics methodologies. The award provides protected time for junior faculty to collaborate with established MS research groups. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (Full application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The award provides protected time and research support for junior faculty. - Typical funding includes salary support and additional funds for research expenses, including datasets. - For detailed and updated funding amounts, refer to the [program page](https://www.nationalmssociety.org/for-professionals/for-researchers/training-grants-and-fellowships/biostatistics-informatics-junior-faculty-award). --- ## Eligibility - Early-career faculty (typically at the assistant professor level) specializing in biostatistics, informatics, or closely related fields. - Applicants should be within seven years of their terminal degree (e.g., PhD, MD). - Research must be directly relevant to multiple sclerosis and align with the Society’s mission and goals. - Collaboration with an established MS research group is expected. - U.S. and international applicants may be eligible; see the [official guidelines](https://www.nationalmssociety.org/for-professionals/for-researchers/training-grants-and-fellowships/biostatistics-informatics-junior-faculty-award) for specifics. --- ## Application Process - Prepare a proposal including: - Research plan relevant to MS and biostatistics/informatics - Applicant’s CV - Letters of support, including details of the planned MS research collaboration - Submit via the National MS Society’s application portal (follow instructions on the [program page](https://www.nationalmssociety.org/for-professionals/for-researchers/training-grants-and-fellowships/biostatistics-informatics-junior-faculty-award)) - Additional materials and institutional approvals may be required --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted opportunity; application details and deadlines are subject to change. - Refer to the [Society’s training grants and fellowships overview](https://www.nationalmssociety.org/for-professionals/for-researchers/training-grants-and-fellowships) for related opportunities. --- ## External Links - [Program page: Biostatistics/Informatics Junior Faculty Award](https://www.nationalmssociety.org/for-professionals/for-researchers/training-grants-and-fellowships/biostatistics-informatics-junior-faculty-award) - [All NMSS research funding opportunities](https://www.nationalmssociety.org/for-professionals/for-researchers/research-funding-opportunities) - [Training grants and fellowships overview](https://www.nationalmssociety.org/for-professionals/for-researchers/training-grants-and-fellowships) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |----------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact NMSS](https://www.nationalmssociety.org/contact-us) | | Phone | +1 800-344-4867 |

Biostatistics/Informatics Junior Faculty Award

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