Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Postdoctoral Fellowship (Parent F32)
Supporting postdoctoral researchers in health-related fields to become independent investigators, focusing on non-clinical trial research experience.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
National Institutes of Health has archived this opportunity.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: April 8, 2025 (New/Renewal/Resubmission/Revision) | May 7, 2025 (AIDS) | August 8, 2025 (New/Renewal/Resubmission/Revision) | September 7, 2025 (AIDS)
Funding Amounts: Stipend, tuition/fees, and institutional allowance for up to 3 years; amounts set annually by NIH policy.
Summary: Supports mentored postdoctoral research training for promising scientists in health-related fields, with the goal of fostering independence as investigators.
Key Information: Applicants may not propose to lead an independent clinical trial but may gain experience in a trial led by their sponsor.
Description
This fellowship supports highly promising postdoctoral researchers in scientific health-related fields relevant to the missions of participating NIH Institutes and Centers. The program aims to enhance the research and professional skills of postdoctoral fellows, preparing them to become independent investigators. The fellowship emphasizes exceptional mentorship and a strong, individualized training plan that integrates rigorous research design, experimental methods, and quantitative approaches.
Applicants may not propose to lead an independent clinical trial, a clinical trial feasibility study, or an ancillary clinical trial, but may gain research experience in a clinical trial led by their sponsor or co-sponsor.
