International Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA)
This grant supports U.S. postdocs and junior faculty with salary and research funds for mentored biomedical research in low- and middle-income countries to advance global health and career development.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size not specified; provides salary and research support for advanced postdocs and junior faculty for mentored research in LMICs.
Summary: Supports advanced U.S. postdocs and junior faculty in intensive, mentored international research and career development activities focused on health in low- and middle-income countries.
Key Information: Significant in-country research time and dual U.S./LMIC mentorship are required.
Description
This program provides salary and research support to advanced U.S. postdoctoral researchers and junior faculty for intensive, mentored research and career development activities in biomedical, behavioral, and/or clinical research conducted in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The initiative emphasizes leveraging research opportunities unique to LMICs, generating knowledge applicable to both U.S. and LMIC health challenges, and fostering collaborative relationships. Recipients must spend significant time at the LMIC research site and will be mentored by both senior U.S. and LMIC researchers. The goal is to develop future global leaders in health research, enhance international research networks, and build capacity for competitive independent NIH research proposals.
