Funder: American Society of Hematology
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Letter of intent) | August 2027 (Invited application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000, $125,000, or $150,000 by award level over two to three years
Summary: Supports hematology researchers transitioning from postdoctoral training to independent investigative careers through partial salary or other research support.
Key Information: All levels require two mentors, including at least one ASH member; substantial prior PI/co-PI funding can disqualify applicants.
Description
The American Society of Hematology (ASH) Scholar Award helps researchers navigate the period between completing training and establishing an independent career in hematology research. Established in 1985, it provides partial salary or other support through three levels: Fellow, Fellow to Faculty, and Junior Faculty. Each level supports a different stage of progression toward research independence.
The program encourages basic, translational, patient-oriented clinical, and outcomes-based hematology research. Awards remain mentored at every level, including for independent junior faculty. Updated eligibility criteria allow applicants with less than 75% protected research time to apply when their circumstances are well justified, subject to critical evaluation during review.
