Recruitment of Established Investigators (REI)
Funds Texas institutions to recruit top senior cancer researchers from outside the state to advance cancer science, prevention, and treatment through innovative faculty-led research programs.
Funder: Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas
Due Dates: August 20, 2026 | October 20, 2026 | November 20, 2026 | January 20, 2027 | February 22, 2027 | March 22, 2027 | April 20, 2027 | May 20, 2027 | June 21, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000,000 total for up to 5 years; emerging research institutions may request up to $2,000,000.
Summary: Supports the recruitment of outstanding senior cancer research faculty with established programs to Texas academic institutions.
Key Information: Institutional commitment of at least 50% of the requested award is required; applications must be submitted by a Texas-based academic institution on behalf of the nominee.
Description
This opportunity supports Texas academic institutions in recruiting established, senior cancer research faculty with distinguished careers and ongoing, robust cancer research programs. The program aims to strengthen the state’s research capacity and leadership in cancer research by attracting world-class investigators whose expertise and programs will significantly advance cancer science, prevention, and treatment in Texas. The award is part of CPRIT’s Academic Research initiative and is intended for candidates at the level of full professor (or equivalent) who are recognized leaders in their field and are not currently residing in Texas.
