Postdoctoral Research Award
The Postdoctoral Research Award from Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance supports innovative early-career research to advance understanding and treatment of Friedreich’s ataxia.
Funder: Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Full application) | February 15, 2027 (LOI) | April 15, 2027 (Full application) | August 15, 2027 (LOI)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per year for 1 or 2 years; direct costs only; salary capped at NIH stipend level.
Summary: Supports postdoctoral researchers pursuing innovative Friedreich’s ataxia projects and career development, fostering the next generation of leaders in the field.
Key Information: PI must be a postdoc with 18+ months but less than 6 years of postdoctoral experience; 75% minimum research effort required.
Description
This award is designed to expand and retain talented early-career investigators in Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) biomedical research. It supports postdoctoral scientists who are developing innovative projects that align with FARA’s mission to improve understanding and treatment of FA. The grant encourages applicants to articulate their research vision, collaborate closely with mentors, and develop comprehensive mentoring plans, fostering both scientific and professional growth. The ultimate goal is to nurture the next generation of leaders in FA research.
