KL2 Mentored Career Development Award
The KL2 Award at Columbia supports junior faculty in developing independent careers in patient-oriented clinical and translational research through mentored, interdisciplinary training and research.
Funder: Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Phase I) | October 2026 (Phase II) | January 2027 (KL2 full application) | April 2027 (MS/POR application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $90,000/year salary support (salary cap $120,000) + fringe; up to $20,000/year for research expenses, tuition, and travel; typical duration 2 years (renewable after 1 year based on performance).
Summary: Supports junior faculty at Columbia in developing independent careers in patient-oriented clinical and translational research through mentored training and multidisciplinary coursework.
Key Information: Award transitioning to K12 mechanism after June 2026; structure and requirements may change.
Description
The KL2 Mentored Career Development Award at Columbia University Irving Medical Center is designed to advance the careers of junior faculty in patient-oriented research (POR). The program provides a structured, multidisciplinary training environment that includes mentored research, participation in team-based mentorship, and completion of a research-focused master's degree (MS in Patient-Oriented Research, or equivalent). Scholars are expected to engage in both didactic and experiential learning, attend seminars and colloquia, and develop research independence in clinical and translational science. The program places a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and team science.
