Damon Runyon Fellowship Award
The Damon Runyon Fellowship funds early career postdocs conducting innovative research into the causes, mechanisms, therapies, and prevention of cancer.
Funder: Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation
Due Dates: March 16, 2026 | August 14, 2026
Funding Amounts: 4-year fellowship: $70,000–$76,000/year stipend plus $2,000/year expense allowance; additional benefits for dependent children and eligible medical school loan repayment.
Summary: Supports early career postdoctoral scientists conducting innovative research in cancer causes, mechanisms, therapies, and prevention.
Key Information: Application must be submitted via Proposal Central by 4:00 PM ET on deadline.
Description
This fellowship supports exceptional early career postdoctoral scientists pursuing research projects aimed at understanding the causes and mechanisms of cancer, as well as developing more effective cancer therapies and prevention strategies. The program emphasizes rigorous scientific training, mentorship, and the development of independent research skills to foster the next generation of leaders in cancer research. Research projects must be innovative and represent a new direction for the applicant, not a direct extension of their graduate work.
