NCI Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00 Clinical Trial Required)
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: June 17, 2025 | October 15, 2025 | February 13, 2026 (new) | March 13, 2026 (renewal/resubmission) | June 15, 2026 | October 14, 2026 | February 17, 2027 | June 15, 2027 | October 14, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000/year (K99 phase salary) + $30,000/year (research costs); R00 phase up to $249,000/year (total costs); max 5 years (2 K99 + 3 R00)
Summary: Supports postdoctoral researchers in transitioning from mentored positions to independent, tenure-track faculty roles with NCI research funding, requiring an independent clinical trial.
Key Information: Only for applicants proposing to lead an independent clinical trial; not for those seeking experience in a trial led by another investigator.