[Melanoma Research Alliance](https://www.curemelanoma.org)

September 30, 2025 (Eligibility Checklist & Biosketch) | November 6, 2025 (Full Proposal)

Amount and duration not specified for this mechanism; see RFP for updates.

Supports early career dermatology researchers advancing melanoma prevention, detection, diagnosis, and early intervention.

Open to early career dermatology-focused scientists; confirm eligibility and requirements in the current RFP.

--- ## Description The Dermatology Career Development Awards are designed to foster greater interest and expertise in the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and early intervention of melanoma. This award supports early career scientists focused on dermatology, aiming to strengthen the pipeline of melanoma researchers and enhance early-stage clinical and translational research relevant to skin cancer. --- ## Due Dates - September 30, 2025: Eligibility Checklist and Biosketch due (for Young Investigator and similar early career awards, including Dermatology Career Development Awards) - November 6, 2025: Full proposals due All proposals must be submitted by 11:59 pm Eastern Time via the proposalCENTRAL platform. --- ## Funding Amount - The specific funding amount and duration for the Dermatology Career Development Awards are not listed in the current RFP or program pages. - MRA plans to support at least $11.5 million in new funding across all mechanisms in the 2025-2026 cycle. - Refer to the [current RFP](https://www.curemelanoma.org/research/request-for-proposals/mra-general-rfp) for any updates regarding award size and allowable costs. --- ## Eligibility - Open to early career scientists focused on dermatology, including: - Junior Faculty - Clinical Instructors - Assistant Professors - Board eligible/certified Clinical Fellows - Additional eligibility details (e.g., years in rank, degree requirements, institutional settings) should be confirmed in the current RFP. - MRA encourages applications from a diverse pool of investigators regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, country of residence, or disability. - Researchers worldwide are eligible to apply. --- ## Application Process - Review the [current RFP](https://www.curemelanoma.org/research/request-for-proposals/mra-general-rfp) for detailed application instructions. - Submit the Eligibility Checklist and Biosketch by September 30, 2025. - If invited, submit the full proposal by November 6, 2025. - All applications must be submitted through [proposalCENTRAL](https://proposalcentral.com/). - See the [MRA Award Terms & Conditions](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65fc7713b6643108b3c7e675/689ca997408bcf69d1278488_MRA%20Award%20Letter%20Terms%20and%20Conditions.pdf) for requirements and restrictions. --- ## Additional Information - MRA is recognized as a CCSG-approved funder, and multi-year research programs (excluding pilot projects) may be eligible for NIH Cancer Center Support Grant inclusion. - For updates, subscribe to [MRA funding announcements](https://www.curemelanoma.org/research/request-for-proposals/mra-funding-announcements). - Diversity in the biomedical research workforce is a priority for MRA. --- ## External Links - [MRA Grant Mechanisms Overview](https://www.curemelanoma.org/research/request-for-proposals/mra-grant-mechanisms) - [Current MRA RFP](https://www.curemelanoma.org/research/request-for-proposals/mra-general-rfp) - [Funding Opportunities Home](https://www.curemelanoma.org/research/request-for-proposals) - [proposalCENTRAL Application Portal](https://proposalcentral.com/) - [MRA Past and Current Grant Awards](https://www.curemelanoma.org/research/grants) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Web Contact | |-------------------------------------------|----------------------------------|------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------| | MRA Science Team | [science@curemelanoma.org](mailto:science@curemelanoma.org) | | [Contact Form](https://www.curemelanoma.org/contact-us) | | Nico Starink, Senior Associate, Registry and Grants Program | [nstarink@curemelanoma.org](mailto:nstarink@curemelanoma.org?subject=Funding%20Question) | (202) 336-8935 | |

Dermatology Career Development Awards

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