Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (Parent K01 - Independent Clinical Trial Required)
This grant provides support and protected time for intensive career development in biomedical, behavioral, or clinical sciences, aiming for research independence with a focus on training in new fields or helping those with a hiatus due to illness or family responsibilities.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: June 12, 2024 | October 12, 2024 | February 12, 2025 | June 12, 2025 | October 12, 2025 | February 12, 2026 | June 12, 2026 | October 12, 2026 | February 12, 2027 | May 7, 2027 (final deadline)
Funding Amounts: Salary and research support for 3–5 years; award budgets include salary/fringe and research/development costs (amounts vary by NIH Institute/Center).
Summary: Provides mentored career development support and protected time for researchers proposing independent clinical trials in biomedical, behavioral, or clinical sciences.
Key Information: Only for applicants leading an independent clinical trial; minimum 75% effort required; consult IC-specific requirements before applying.
Description
This opportunity supports mentored career development for early-stage investigators proposing to lead an independent clinical trial, clinical trial feasibility study, or ancillary clinical trial as part of their research. The award provides salary and research support for three to five years, enabling recipients to gain intensive, supervised experience and transition to research independence in biomedical, behavioral, or clinical sciences. The program targets those seeking to develop new skills, re-enter research after a hiatus, or train in a new field. Applicants must propose a project that meets the NIH definition of a clinical trial and must serve as the lead investigator.
