Irving Scholars Program
The Irving Scholars Program funds early-career Columbia clinical faculty to advance patient-oriented research in precision medicine and cancer, supporting leadership and impactful translational science.
Funder: Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline via SMApply)
Funding Amounts: $75,000/year for 3 years (salary support); typically 3–4 awards annually
Summary: Supports early-career clinical faculty at Columbia conducting patient-oriented clinical and translational research, especially in precision medicine and cancer.
Key Information: Only full-time assistant professors at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons are eligible.
Description
The Irving Scholars Program, administered by the Irving Institute for Clinical and Translational Research at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, is designed to accelerate the careers of promising early-stage clinical investigators. The program provides substantial salary support for three years, enabling recipients to focus on independent, impactful clinical research projects that leverage the resources of the Irving Institute. Scholars are expected to participate in professional development activities, including grant review, mentoring, and seminar development, and will hold named professorships during their tenure. The program has a strong emphasis on fostering leadership in clinical and translational research, particularly within the domains of precision medicine and cancer research.
