Mentored Clinical Scientists Program in Drug Abuse & Addiction (NIDA K12)
The NIDA K12 program at the Medical University of South Carolina provides mentored research training for early-career clinical scientists in drug abuse and addiction.
Funder: Medical University of South Carolina
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 salary + $25,000 research support per year; 2 years (option for 3rd year based on progress)
Summary: Mentored research training for early-career clinical investigators in substance use and addiction.
Key Information: Minimum 75% effort required; program is not currently accepting applications.
Description
The Mentored Clinical Scientists Program in Drug Abuse & Addiction (NIDA K12) at the Medical University of South Carolina is designed to foster the research independence of early-career investigators focused on clinical substance use and addiction research. Since 2013, this program has provided junior faculty and advanced postdoctoral fellows with comprehensive mentored research training, including didactic instruction in research methods, statistics, and responsible conduct of research. Scholars participate in seminars, journal clubs, and receive ongoing consultation in areas such as biostatistics, research ethics, and grantsmanship. The program is led by accomplished clinician-scientists and biomedical researchers, offering a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment to support career development in clinical substance use research.
