Reproductive Scientist Development Program
Forecasted
The Reproductive Scientist Development Program provides mentored research training for OB/GYN physician-scientists to advance laboratory-based reproductive science.
Funder: Reproductive Scientist Development Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Letter of Intent) | July 2027 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Phase I: $100,000/year salary/fringe + $25,000/year research support for 2 years; Phase II: 2 additional years of protected research time (amount varies).
Summary: Supports career development of OB/GYN physician-scientists pursuing academic biomedical research through mentored laboratory training and salary/research support.
Key Information: 75% protected research time required; U.S. M.D./D.O. OB/GYNs near residency/fellowship completion eligible.
Description
The Reproductive Scientist Development Program (RSDP) is a multi-institutional, NIH/NICHD-supported initiative designed to advance the careers of obstetrician-gynecologists committed to academic biomedical science. The program provides a two-phase, mentored research experience emphasizing fundamental laboratory-based research in fields such as cell and molecular biology, reproductive endocrinology, genetics, maternal-fetal medicine, oncology, and infectious disease. Scholars benefit from salary and research support, structured mentorship, protected research time, and integration into a collaborative scientific community. The ultimate aim is to foster the next generation of physician-scientists in reproductive health.
