Dr. Ernest J. Ring Academic Development Grant
Limited submission
The Dr. Ernest J. Ring Academic Development Grant from the Society of Interventional Radiology supports early-career faculty conducting innovative research in interventional radiology.
Funder: Society of Interventional Radiology
Due Dates: June 30, 2026 (Proposal Development Form, highly recommended) | September 20, 2026 (Pre-Review, highly recommended) | January 15, 2027 (Final application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 total ($75,000/year for 2 years); no indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Supports early-career interventional radiology faculty with protected research time to help them secure future peer-reviewed funding.
Key Information: SIR membership required; minimum 30% research time; strong mentor and departmental support required.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) Foundation, aims to advance the careers of early-stage interventional radiology (IR) faculty by providing protected time and resources to conduct innovative research. The program is designed to help recipients develop their research portfolios and enhance their competitiveness for major external grants, such as NIH funding. The grant specifically supports research that advances the science and clinical practice of IR.
