Career Development Research Awards
The Career Development Research Awards from the Rheumatology Research Foundation fund early and mid-career researchers investigating rheumatic diseases and related scientific questions.
Funder: Rheumatology Research Foundation
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 (Bridge Awards Cycle I) | July 1, 2026 (Letter of Intent for SDA/IA) | August 3, 2026 (Full Application for SDA/IA/K Supplement) | October 1, 2026 (Bridge Awards Cycle II)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000/year (SDA, K Bridge); up to $125,000/year (Investigator Award); up to $100,000/year (R Bridge); up to $50,000/year (K Supplement); award durations vary 1–4 years
Summary: Supports early and mid-career investigators in rheumatology research through multiple career development award mechanisms.
Key Information: Multiple mechanisms available (SDA, IA, Bridge Awards, K Supplement); see eligibility for each; highlighted topics include lupus, dermatomyositis, spondyloarthritis, and psoriatic arthritis.
Description
The Career Development Research Awards from the Rheumatology Research Foundation provide a suite of funding mechanisms to support early and mid-career investigators dedicated to research on the causes, prevention, and treatment of rheumatic diseases. These awards aim to address the gap in federal funding and foster the next generation of rheumatology researchers. Available mechanisms include the Scientist Development Award (SDA), Investigator Award (IA), Career Development Bridge Funding Awards (K Bridge, R Bridge), and K Supplement. Special initiative funding is available for research in prioritized areas such as lupus, dermatomyositis, spondyloarthritis, and psoriatic arthritis.
