NIH HEAL Initiative PainCare Clinician Training Program (PCTP): Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development award (K23 - Clinical Trial Required)
This grant supports new investigators in establishing independent research programs focusing on pain management through mentorship and NIH research support.
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National Institutes of Health has archived this opportunity.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: September 12, 2024 (Open) | October 12, 2024 (New) | November 12, 2024 (Renewal/Resubmission/Revision) | February 12, 2025 (New) | March 12, 2025 (Renewal/Resubmission/Revision) | June 12, 2025 (New) | July 12, 2025 (Renewal/Resubmission/Revision) | October 12, 2025 (New) | November 12, 2025 (Renewal/Resubmission/Revision) | January 22, 2026 (Final deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $125,000/year salary + $50,000/year for research/development costs; project period up to 5 years.
Summary: Supports early-career clinician-scientists in establishing independent research programs in pain management through mentored patient-oriented research with a required clinical trial.
Key Information: Clinical trial is required; only U.S.-based applicants are eligible; awardees must attend the annual PURPOSE meeting.
Description
This funding opportunity provides mentored career development support for early-career clinician-scientists aiming to become independent investigators in clinical pain management research. The program is part of the NIH HEAL (Helping End Addiction Long-term) Initiative and specifically targets research that includes leading an independent clinical trial, feasibility study, or ancillary clinical trial. The goal is to build a robust, diverse workforce capable of advancing pain research and translating discoveries into improved patient care.
