Career Development Award
The Conquer Cancer CDA supports early-career clinical investigators in patient-oriented, human-subjects cancer research with strong mentorship and a focus on direct patient impact.
Funder: Conquer Cancer - the ASCO Foundation
Due Dates: October 8, 2026 (full application) | December 3, 2026 (post-submission materials #1) | January 28, 2027 (post-submission materials #2)
Funding Amounts: $200,000 total over 3 years ($66,666/year); max 6.3% indirect costs; award paid to institution.
Summary: Supports early-career clinical investigators in establishing independent, patient-oriented cancer research careers under mentorship.
Key Information: Research must involve human subjects; proposals cannot focus mainly on in vitro or animal studies.
Description
The Career Development Award (CDA) from Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, is a mentored grant designed to help early-career clinical investigators establish independent research programs in clinical oncology. The award specifically supports patient-oriented research, including clinical studies and/or translational research involving human subjects. All areas of cancer research are eligible, and both U.S. and international applicants may apply. The CDA emphasizes strong mentorship, institutional support, and a clear plan for career development. Projects must include the participation of a patient advocate and demonstrate direct relevance to patient care.
