The Gilead Sciences Research Scholars Program supports early-career researchers pursuing innovative projects in solid tumor oncology to advance new scientific discoveries.
Funder: Gilead Sciences Research Scholars Program
Due Dates: November 13, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $180,000 per award (paid over 2 years); typically 3–4 awards per cycle
Summary: Supports innovative research from emerging investigators in areas of unmet medical need, especially in solid tumor oncology.
The Gilead Sciences Research Scholars Program is designed to foster innovative research by emerging investigators, with a focus on advancing scientific knowledge and addressing unmet medical needs. In the current cycle, the program is specifically seeking proposals in the field of solid tumor oncology (US). Since 2008, the program has awarded over $36 million to more than 280 scholars, supporting projects that contribute to medical breakthroughs and a more inclusive research landscape. Funding is intended to empower early-career researchers to pursue novel scientific ideas that can lead to significant advancements in clinical care and discovery.