[Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation](https://www.oref.org)

April 22, 2026 (LOI) | June 24, 2026 (Full application)

$20,000 per award; typically 1-year duration

Supports orthopaedic surgery residents in developing independent research skills to prepare for research-focused careers.

--- ## Description This grant is intended to prepare orthopaedic surgery residents for research-intensive careers by supporting projects that foster independent research skills and experience. The program encourages residents to undertake clinically relevant research projects that may lead to publication and have practical impact on the field of orthopaedics. The award is designed to help early-career clinicians determine if a dual path as a clinician and researcher is right for them, and to position them for future funding success. --- ## Due Dates - April 22, 2026: Letter of Intent (LOI) deadline - June 24, 2026: Full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - $20,000 per award - Funding is typically for a 1-year project period --- ## Eligibility - **Applicant:** Must be an orthopaedic surgery resident or fellow in an accredited orthopaedic program in the United States intending to pursue a career with research as a major component. - **Project:** The proposed research must be feasible as a stand-alone project (even if part of a larger effort) and should have the potential for publication with the resident as an author. - **Institution:** Applications must be submitted through domestic non-profit, public, or private institutions of higher education (e.g., hospitals, medical schools, universities, colleges). - **Other:** Only one LOI may be submitted per PI per cycle. See the program page and RFA for full eligibility details. --- ## Application Process - Submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) by April 22, 2026. - If invited, submit a full application by June 24, 2026. - Applications are managed through [proposalCENTRAL](https://proposalcentral.com). - Review the full RFA and eligibility requirements on the [program page](https://www.oref.org/for-researchers/funding-opportunities/grant-details/rcst). - Only one application per PI per cycle is allowed. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must have clear clinical relevance and practical application. - The grant aims to help residents build a track record for future NIH or private funding. - Strongly encourages basic, translational, or clinical studies with clear, well-crafted study designs. --- ## External Links - [Program Details & Application Instructions](https://www.oref.org/for-researchers/funding-opportunities/grant-details/rcst) - [OREF Resident Programs Overview](https://www.oref.org/for-researchers/resident-programs) - [OREF Grant FAQs](https://www.oref.org/about-oref/resources/faqs) - [OREF Home Page](https://www.oref.org) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | Email | info@oref.org | | Phone | (847) 698-9980 | | Contact Form | [OREF Contact Page](https://www.oref.org/about-oref/contact-us) | ---

Resident Clinician Scientist Training Grant

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