Mentored Research Scientist Career Development Award (KR1)
Forecasted
This award offers up to five years of mentored support to help research doctoral degree holders develop skills for independent research careers.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 5 years of support; award size varies by institute and project scope (typical NIH K awards: salary + modest research costs).
Summary: Provides mentored career development support for research scientists with doctoral degrees to foster future research independence.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
The Mentored Research Scientist Career Development Award (KR1) is designed to provide early-career researchers with doctoral degrees a sustained period (up to five years) of protected time for intensive research career development. Under the guidance of an experienced mentor, awardees will undertake research and training activities aimed at preparing them for future research independence. The program is intended for individuals committed to a career in health-related research.
