Fellow (Career Development Program 2026–2027)
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Fellow (Career Development Program 2026–2027) funds postdocs pursuing academic research in blood cancers under expert mentorship.
Funder: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Due Dates: October 15, 2026: Eligibility phase deadline (3:00 PM ET) | November 1, 2026: Letter of intent phase deadline (3:00 PM ET) | November 15, 2026: Blind letters of reference deadline (3:00 PM ET) | November 15, 2026: Full application phase deadline (3:00 PM ET)
Funding Amounts: Up to $70,000/year for 3 years; minimum $65,000/year salary to awardee; possible $3,600/year childcare stipend.
Summary: Supports early-stage postdoctoral researchers pursuing academic careers in blood cancer research with dedicated salary funding.
Key Information: Salary support only—no research costs or tuition are covered; strict eligibility on postdoctoral experience.
Description
This award provides salary support for promising early-stage postdoctoral researchers committed to academic careers in basic or translational research directly relevant to hematologic malignancies and premalignant conditions. Recipients must conduct their research under the mentorship of an experienced blood cancer researcher, even if their prior training was in a different field. The program aims to foster the next generation of leaders in blood cancer research by enabling fellows to focus on impactful research and career development.
