Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award Institutional Research Training Grant (NRSA)
This grant funds institutions to train postdoctoral researchers in biomedical and behavioral health research, focusing on developing skilled primary care researchers.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates: July 10, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $134,653–$500,000 per award (up to 5 years); ~$9.57M total program funding; ~20 awards expected
Summary: Supports institutional postdoctoral training programs to develop primary care researchers in biomedical, behavioral, and health services research.
Key Information: No cost-sharing required; only prior HRSA-funded programs (2011–2025) under specific sections are eligible.
Description
This program funds institutional research training grants to support postdoctoral researchers pursuing careers in primary care-related biomedical, behavioral, and health services research. The goal is to increase the number of highly qualified individuals capable of conducting rigorous primary care research—addressing issues such as healthcare access, preventive care, behavioral health, chronic disease, and health equity, especially in underserved communities. Funded by NIH and administered by HRSA, these grants help institutions develop or enhance structured training environments, robust mentorship, and research opportunities for fellows committed to advancing primary care.
