Clinician-Scientist Award
The Clinician-Scientist Award from the American Otological Society funds mentored research to advance understanding and treatment of ear and balance disorders in early-career clinician-scientists.
Funder: American Otological Society
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | January 31, 2027 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $80,000 per year for a maximum of three years (total up to $240,000)
Summary: Supports early-career otologists and neurotologists with mentored research funding to advance understanding, diagnosis, or treatment of ear and balance disorders.
Key Information: Letter of Intent is required; only invited applicants may submit a full application.
Description
The Clinician-Scientist Award from the American Otological Society (AOS) is a competitive, multi-year grant specifically designed to foster the academic careers of early-career otologists and neurotologists. The award prioritizes mentored research projects that explore the normal or disordered function of the cochlea, labyrinth, or central auditory and vestibular systems, as well as any topic related to ear disorders. The primary goal is to generate preliminary data and support innovative, high-potential research that may be too novel for traditional funding mechanisms, ultimately preparing recipients for larger-scale grants, such as NIH K08/K23 awards.
